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.
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.
Love Your Enemies and Pray for Them – Matthew 5:43-45
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Jesus teaching was often quite contrary to the convention wisdom of the day. And none more so that to "love your enemies and pray for them."
The Privilege of Prayer – Matthew 6:5-13
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Prayer! What a wonderful, and often underutilized, privilege we have. The creator and ruler of the universe invites us into his presence.
Forgiving Those Who Hurt You – Matthew 6:14-15
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Do you struggle with forgiving those who hurt you? Jesus tells us it is necessary if we want God's forgiveness. And, it brings healing to us.
Storing Up Treasure In Heaven – Matthew 6:19-21
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Jesus encourages us to store up treasure in heaven where it will be secure. I can do that by helping out other people who are in need.
The Lamp of the Body – Matthew 6:22-23
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Your eyes are the lamp of your body. Seek to see clearly the world and people around you. And let it change the way you treat them.
Seek and You Will Find – Matthew 7:7-8
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Jesus tells us that if we seek we will find. What is it that we should be looking for? Seek God's will for your life and kingdom service.
Enter Through the Narrow Gate – Matthew 7:13-14
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Which gate will you enter? The one to life? Or the one to destruction? Choose the road less traveled, and walk down it with Jesus.
The Mark of a Real Disciple of Jesus? – Matthew 7:21-23
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The mark of a real disciple is not based on religious activity. Instead it is centered around doing the will of God. To obey is better than sacrifice.
Is Your Life Built on Rock or Sand? – Matthew 7:24-27
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Have you built your life on the rock of Christ or the sand of self. The life built on Christ will survive. The life built on self will ultimately collapse.
Taking Our Place at the Feast – Matthew 8:11
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God has prepared a place at the heavenly feast for all who come to him. It does not matter if you are Jew or Gentile. All are invited.
The Cost of Following Jesus – Matthew 8:19-20
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We do people a disservice when we call them to salvation without challenging them to count the cost of following Jesus. Following him costs us everything.
