The Curtain Was Torn in Two – Matthew 27:50-51
At Jesus’ death, God tore the curtain that separated humanity from himself. Atonement for sin had been accomplished, offering us new life.
Matthew
Studies from the gospel of Matthew
Yet not as I Will, But as You Will – Matthew 26:39
All too often my will is at odds with God’s will for me. Jesus set the example for me when that is true. “Not as I will, but as you will.”
One of the Least of These – Matthew 25:40
Jesus, in the parable of the sheep and goats, teaches us the importance of generosity. Not just to some. But even to the least of these.
Stand Firm Until the End – Matthew 24:9-13
Jesus warns us that we will face many challenges in this life. But he encourages us that if we stand firm through it all, we will be saved.
The Greatest Commandment(s) – Mathew 22:37-40
Jesus told us the greatest command is to love God with all that we are and others as ourselves. Let your love make a difference in the world.
Unless You Forgive – Matthew 18:35
Forgiveness is hard to do. Especially when we have been hurt, But Jesus is clear that unless we forgive, we will not be forgiven.
Produce Fruit In Keeping With Repentance – Matthew 3:8
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.
Guard Against the Yeast of the Pharisees – Matthew 16:6
Be on guard against the yeast of the Pharisees, corrupting teachings and influences that can sneak into our midst and corrupt the whole body.
Time Spent with Jesus – Matthew 15:32
How much time would I invest in listening to Jesus teach? 3 days? Or just an hour? Especially when sitting on the ground with nothing to eat.
And They Took Offense at Him – Matthew 13:57
Have many of us who grew up in the church and have heard and read about Jesus for years take offense at what he tells us to do.?
Shrewd as Snakes and Innocent as Doves – Matthew 10:16
Be as shrewd as a snake and as innocent as a dove. Walk through this life with your eyes wide open. And seek to live a holy life.
Taking Our Place at the Feast – Matthew 8:11
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.
