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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.

The Parables of the Precious – Matthew 13:44-46

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The parable of the pearl and the parable of the hidden treasure express the value of the kingdom of God. Will we give up everything for it?

New treasures as well as old

New Treasures As Well As Old – Matthew 13:52

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Both the Old and New Testaments are God's word to us. And they both are a treasure house for us, full of truths that will enrich us.

and they took offense at him

And They Took Offense at Him – Matthew 13:57

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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.?

saving face

The Consequence of Saving Face – Matthew 14:9

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When you make a commitment and then discover it was a mistake, do you correct that mistake, or does your pride force you to follow through?

into the mountains to pray

Going into the Mountains to Pray – Matthew 14:23

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I love Jesus example of going out into the mountains to pray. I enjoy the time when I can get out like that and spend time alone with God.

Walking on the water

Walking On the Water – Matthew 14:27-31

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When Jesus calls you to walk out on the water, don't look at the storms that are blowing around you. Instead, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus.

the mouth reflects the heart

The Mouth Reflects the Heart – Matthew 15:18

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The words from my mouth and my actions merely reflect what is in my heart. If I want to be clean outside, I will need to be holy inside.

Time spent with Jesus

Time Spent with Jesus – Matthew 15:32

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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.

the yeast of the pharisees

Guard Against the Yeast of the Pharisees – Matthew 16:6

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Be on guard against the yeast of the Pharisees, corrupting teachings and influences that can sneak into our midst and corrupt the whole body.

the gates of hell

The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail – Matthew 16:13-20

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It is easy to be afraid of what our culture will do to us. But Jesus promise to us is that the gates of hell will not prevail against us.

Who Do You Say Jesus Is

Who Do You Say Jesus Is? – Matthew 16:15

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People in our world today have a variety of opinions about who Jesus is. But what really matters is who you say that he is. Is he your Lord?

Disciples follow where Jesus leads

Disciples Follow Jesus Where He Leads – Matthew 16:24

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Jesus calls us to discipleship. It is not enough to be a fan on the sidelines. He expects us to deny ourselves, and to follow him.