Category: Matthew

Matthew 10:28-31 is about the assurance of God’s care and protection over His people, encouraging them to not fear those who can harm the body but instead fear God who holds ultimate authority and intimately knows and cares for every aspect of their being. 28 And do not fear those who kill the body but…

Matthew 13:1-8 is about the parable of the sower, illustrating that the reception of the word of God varies among people, with some being receptive and producing a fruitful outcome while others are hindered by different obstacles. 1 That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat beside the sea. 2 And great…

Matthew 15:8-9 is about emphasizing the importance of true worship coming from the heart rather than mere lip service, as outward expressions of faith should be matched by genuine intentions and actions. 8 “‘This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me; 9 in vain do they worship me, teaching…

Matthew 18:1-3 is about the disciples seeking to know who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven, and Jesus teaching them that true greatness comes from adopting a childlike humility and faith. 1 At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2 And calling…

Matthew 1:18-35 is about the miraculous conception of Jesus by the Holy Spirit, emphasizing his divine origin and fulfilling the prophecy of Immanuel, which signifies “God with us.” 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was…

Matthew 10:34-11:1 is about the division that following Jesus may cause among family members, as well as the importance of prioritizing one’s relationship with God over earthly ties. 34 “Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword.” 35 For I…

Matthew 13:47-53 is about the parable of the net, where Jesus uses the image of a fishing net catching all kinds of fish to illustrate the final judgement when the righteous will be separated from the wicked. 47 “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and gathered…

Matthew 14:28-29 is about Peter’s faith and willingness to step out of the boat and walk on water towards Jesus, demonstrating that with faith, all things are possible. 28 And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” 29 He said, “Come.” So Peter got out…

Matthew 15:31 is about the power of Jesus to heal the sick and the miraculous restoration of health to those who were afflicted, demonstrating his compassion and divine authority. 31 so that the crowd wondered, when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled healthy, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the…