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.
A Reward for Faithful Stewardship – Matthew 25:28-30
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As followers of the Lord Jesus we have been given gifts to serve his body. Will we be faithful in our stewardship and experience reward?
One of the Least of These – Matthew 25:40
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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.
Thirty Pieces of Silver – Matthew 26:14-16
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Judas betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. What price do I set on my loyalty to Jesus? Would anything cause me to betray him?
I Will Never Fall Away – Matthew 26:33
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How often do we affirm that we will never fall away, followed by failure? I am so thankful that Jesus is always ready to restore us.
Yet not as I Will, But as You Will – Matthew 26:39
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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."
Watch and Prayer – Matthew 26:41
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Jesus calls on us to watch and pray. Stay in touch with him through prayer. And watch to see where he is leading you.
Four Responses to Jesus’ Arrest – Matthew 27
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Matthew 27 records 4 responses to Jesus' arrest & sentencing. Remorse, indifference, avoidance, & conformity. Choose instead to follow him.
Which Jesus Do You Choose? – Matthew 27:17
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Which Jesus do you choose? The one with a human means to salvation? Or the divine Son of God who can save completely?
And They Crucified Him – Matthew 27:35
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And they crucified him. Those simple little words describe the event on which our faith as believers hang. It is well worth dwelling on it.
Come Down from the Cross – Matthew 27:42
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Would the religious leaders have believed in Jesus if he had come down from the cross in response to their challenge? Probably not.
The Curtain Was Torn in Two – Matthew 27:50-51
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At Jesus' death, God tore the curtain that separated humanity from himself. Atonement for sin had been accomplished, offering us new life.
He Is Risen Indeed – Matthew 28:5-7
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Today is a good day to remember what Jesus has done for us. Take the time to meditate on his death and resurrection, and what it means, or can mean, for you. And take the time to celebrate, along with me, a risen and living Lord.
