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.
Encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)
Studies from the gospel of Matthew
At Jesus’ death, God tore the curtain that separated humanity from himself. Atonement for sin had been accomplished, offering us new life.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
Forgiveness is hard to do. Especially when we have been hurt, But Jesus is clear that unless we forgive, we will not be forgiven.
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.
Be on guard against the yeast of the Pharisees, corrupting teachings and influences that can sneak into our midst and corrupt the whole body.
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.
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.?
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.
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.