(Read Matthew 4:1-11) Concerning Christ’s temptation, observe, that directly after he was declared to be the Son of God, and the Saviour of the world, he was tempted; great privileges, and special tokens of Divine favour, will not secure any from being tempted. But if the Holy Spirit witness to our being adopted as children of… Continue reading Matthew 4:7
(Read Matthew 3:13-17) Christ’s gracious condescensions are so surprising, that even the strongest believers at first can hardly believe them; so deep and mysterious, that even those who know his mind well, are apt to start objections against the will of Christ. And those who have much of the Spirit of God while here, see that… Continue reading Matthew 3:17
(Read Matthew 3:1-6) After Malachi there was no prophet until John the Baptist came. He appeared first in the wilderness of Judea. This was not an uninhabited desert, but a part of the country not thickly peopled, nor much enclosed. No place is so remote as to shut us out from the visits of Divine grace.… Continue reading Matthew 3:2
Context Summary Matthew 2:1–12 describes the arrival in Jerusalem of a group of wise men, sometime after Jesus’ birth. They are responding to the sight of a ”star” in the night sky, leading them to conclude the ”king of the Jews” had been born. King Herod is troubled by this news and sends them… Continue reading Matthew 2:2
Context Summary Matthew 25:31–46 describes Jesus’ epic judgment, to take place when He returns as King with His angels and takes His place on the throne. He will divide those judged into two groups: “sheep” and “goats.” The sheep will be welcomed and praised for serving those in need. The goats will be sent away… Continue reading Matthew 25:40
