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Matthew 12.
Somehow, I missed my reading on Friday. Probably because I wasn't working and ran a lot of errands. While there's a lot to choose from in this chapter, this saying of Jesus at the end of the chapter cries for attention. 47 Someone told him, “Look, your mother and your brothers are standing outside wanting to speak to … Continue reading Matthew 12.
Matthew 11.
In this chapter we learn of John's doubts. "Are you the one who is to come?" This question from the man who said, “Look, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" (John 1:29). Many have wrestled with this incident. Especially since John sends them after hearing about Jesus' deeds. Some have said that John did it … Continue reading Matthew 11.
Matthew 10.
I was struck by this: 7 As you go, preach this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven is near!’ 8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, cast out demons. Freely you received, freely give. 9 Do not take gold, silver, or copper in your belts, 10 no bag for the journey, or an extra tunic, or sandals or staff, for the worker deserves his provisions.. Matthew 10:9, … Continue reading Matthew 10.
Matthew 9.
At the beginning of the chapter, Jesus says this, "When Jesus saw their faith ...." In several reported incidents in this chapter, he refers to the faith of the ones who are healed. But we have many examples of people healed where faith isn't mentioned or that perhaps the people didn't even particularly have faith. How … Continue reading Matthew 9.
Matthew 8.
Well, this chapter is all about healing and cleansing. The leper - he was cleansed. In cleansing him Jesus touched him. The centurion's servant - paralyzed, Jesus heals him from a distance. Jesus is impressed by the centurion's faith. And expresses a truth, that the kingdom of God will include Jews and Gentiles. And many … Continue reading Matthew 8.
Week 15.
We've finished fifteen weeks of reading. Hooray! The reading this week included the dense and challenging lessons of the "sermon on the mount". Maybe you have some additional comments about them?
Matthew 7.
This rings true. 28 When Jesus finished saying these things, the crowds were amazed by his teaching, 29 because he taught them like one who had authority, not like their experts in the law. Matthew 7:28 In the past, I think I've treated these verses almost like a throwaway line. But in reality, these are amazing teachings. And yes, the … Continue reading Matthew 7.
Matthew 6.
Again we have a chapter that is filled with so much good and hard teaching. Something I have been thinking about is what we call the Lord's prayer. I have taught and used it as a model for prayer, rather than as a direct recital, recognizing Jesus says "in this way". But I have recited … Continue reading Matthew 6.
Matthew 5.
This chapter has so much stuff in it. Blessed are … You have heard that it was said … I can't really fully imagine what one would look like, living this out. Let alone actually living it out. This requirement: 20 For I tell you, unless your righteousness goes beyond that of the experts in the … Continue reading Matthew 5.