Matthew 11:11
As Jesus continues to explain the role of John the Baptist, He tells the multitudes that among all of those born until that time none was greater than John. It is important not to misunderstand this statement. Jesus is…
July 31, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 11:7-10
After sending John’s messengers back, Jesus takes the opportunity to explain to the multitudes the importance of John’s work. Jesus begins by suggesting a number of reasons why they might have gone out into the wilderness to see John.…
July 30, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 11:1-6
As we begin chapter eleven, we notice that after Jesus concludes His discourse with the twelve, He goes about their cities teaching and preaching. “Their cities” refers to the Galilean cities. From 4:12 through 18:35, Matthew exclusively covers the…
July 29, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 10:40-42
Most people do not realize the critical position in which Jesus placed His apostles. Look carefully at the words, “He who receives you receives Me.” The apostles would preach the words that Jesus gave them. When people accepted those…
July 28, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
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July 27, 2008|Listen to Sermons
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Matthew 10:39
What is the vision for your life? What are your plans and goals? Where do you imagine yourself being in ten, fifteen, or twenty years? What possessions do you hope to have? All of these questions are a normal…
July 25, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 10:38
Those who desire to follow Christ often have discussions on what is necessary for salvation. Questions like, “What is involved in repentance?” or “Is baptism necessary?” are typically part of the exchange. We all are rightly interested in the…
July 24, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 10:34-37
Jesus continues to prepare the apostles for the violent reaction they will encounter when they preach the gospel. Possibly the most surprising of all His warnings is that He did not come to bring peace but a sword. Obviously,…
July 23, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 10:32-33
Jesus has warned His disciples against fearing man more than God as they spread the gospel. In these verses, Jesus explains the seriousness of not being ashamed of Him and His words. A disciple’s salvation is dependent on whether…
July 22, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
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