Matthew
This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of Matthew. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.
Five Scandalous Women – Matthew 1:3, 5, 6, 16
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Why does Matthew include these five scandalous women in Jesus' genealogy? To show that he loves all people, even the less desirable.
Jesus Is God, Come to Save His People – Matthew 1:21
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The name Jesus means Yahweh saves. It is a common name, but Matthew identifies this Jesus as the one who would save his people. God with us.
Immanuel: God With Us – Matthew 1:22-23
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This Christmas, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, remember him as Immanuel, God with us. Not just a newborn baby, but God incarnate; God with us.
We Have Seen His Star in the East – Matthew 2:1-2
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A star in the east led wise men to Jesus. The same one who was responsible for that star shines a light in our hearts. WIll we follow it to Jesus and life?
Dressed in Camel’s Hair – Matthew 3:4
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John dressed in camel's hair and preached in the wilderness, and people flocked to him in repentance. Our methods are not as important as the message.
Produce Fruit In Keeping With Repentance – Matthew 3:8
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Many are satisfied with a repentance that makes no change in their lives. But we are called to produce fruit in keeping with real repentance.
Two Responses to Satan’s Temptation – Matthew 4:10
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Both Eve and Jesus experienced the temptation of Satan. Eve succumbed and fell into sin and death. Jesus resisted and brought new life to all who believe.
A Light Shining In the Darkness – Matthew 4:16
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Honor Christ today as Lord and God! Let the light of Christ shine out from you into the darkness that is enveloping our world.
Becoming Fishers of Men – Matthew 4:19
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Jesus called Peter, Andrew, James, and John to leave all behind and to follow him. But most of us he calls to follow him where we are, faithfully serving him.
Blessed Are the Merciful – Matthew 5:7
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Blessed are the merciful. Those who show mercy and seek understanding rather than passing judgment on those who are different.
Blessed Are the Peacemakers – Matthew 5:9
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Blessed are the peacemakers. Those who seek resolution to the things that divide us rather than further fanning the flames of division.
If a Brother Has Something against You – Matthew 5:23-24
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If a brother or sister in Christ has something against you, whether real or imagined, you should seek reconciliation with them.
