Gospel of Matthew
The Abomination of Desolation: Jesus’ Prophetic Call to Urgency
Matthew 24:15–22 references the prophecy of the abomination of desolation. Some warnings must not be ignored. The abomination of desolation is one of those warnings. In this intense section of the Olivet Discourse, Jesus offers one of His most urgent prophetic alerts. Referencing Daniel, He prepares His followers for a moment of great danger marked by […]
Persecution and Endurance: Faith Under Fire
Matthew 24:9–14, a passage that speaks profoundly about persecution and the endurance required to overcome it. Jesus never promised it would be easy. But He promised it would be worth it. In Matthew 24:9–14, Jesus prepares His disciples for the realities of persecution that would come as the gospel spreads across the globe, encouraging them to find […]
Signs of the End: When Warnings Wake Us Up
Matthew 24:3–8 discusses various signs related to the end times according to the scripture. Jesus doesn’t give signs to make us scared. He gives them to make us ready. In Matthew 24:3–8, Jesus begins a prophetic discourse about the signs that mark the end times. His words remain alarmingly relevant in 2025. Matthew 24:3–8 (NASB 2020) 3 And as […]
Jesus Predicts the Destruction of the Temple: A Warning About What Will Not Last
Matthew 24:1–2 speaks of the moment when Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple. Jesus didn’t waste words. When He spoke about the future, it wasn’t to stir fear but to shift focus, reminding us of His prediction about the temple’s destruction. In this interaction, He proclaims the downfall of the majestic temple—a prophecy that shocked […]
Jesus Pronounces Woes to the Pharisees: A Call to Authentic Living
Matthew 23:1–39 recounts the moment when Jesus pronounces woes to the Pharisees. Jesus never condemned sinners who knew their need for grace, but He had strong words for religious leaders who pretended to be righteous. In this context, Jesus pronounces woes to the Pharisees, highlighting their hypocritical ways. In this powerful interaction, Jesus exposes hypocrisy, warns […]
Jesus Questions the Pharisees About the Christ
In Matthew 22:41–46, Jesus questions the Pharisees Scripture: Matthew 22:41–46 (NASB 2020) 41 Now while the Pharisees were gathered together, Jesus asked them a question: 42 “What do you think about the Christ? Whose son is He?” They said to Him, “The son of David.” 43 He said to them, “Then how does David in the Spirit call […]
Jesus Teaches the Greatest Commandment: Love That Leads Everything
In Matthew 22:34–40, Jesus teaches the greatest commandment as a fundamental lesson of love and faith. This passage is a key teaching moment where Jesus instructs on what truly matters. Jesus teaches the greatest commandment by emphasizing love for God and neighbor. When you align your life with love, you fulfill God’s law. Understanding the […]
Jesus Teaches About the Resurrection: God of the Living, Not the Dead
In Matthew 22:23–33, Jesus teaches about the resurrection. When you’re anchored in truth, no question can shake you. And Jesus is approached with a theological trick question. But His response doesn’t just shut down the trap—it opens a window into heaven. Matthew 22:23–33 (NASB 2020) 23 On that day some Sadducees (who say there is no […]
Jesus Tested on Paying Caesar: Kingdom Priorities Over Political Traps
Matthew 22:15–22 we find a moment when Jesus is tested on paying Caesar. This passage reveals much about his teachings and wisdom. The account of Jesus tested on paying Caesar remains relevant today. When the enemy tries to trap you, speak truth with wisdom. In this brief yet powerful interaction, Jesus is publicly tested with […]
Jesus’ Authority Questioned: Wisdom That Silences Critics
Matthew 21:23–27 describes a moment when Jesus’ authority was questioned by the chief priests and elders. Sometimes, the best way to answer a trap is with a better question, especially when Jesus faced his authority being questioned. In this interaction, Jesus models boldness, wisdom, and spiritual authority in the face of hostile questioning. Matthew 21:23–27 (NASB 2020) […]
Jesus Curses the Fig Tree: The Danger of Fruitless Faith
Matthew 21:18–22 recounts the story where Jesus curses the fig tree. Faith without fruit is like leaves without life. In a startling act, Jesus curses a fig tree that looked full of promise—but had no fruit. This wasn’t just about breakfast. It was a prophetic picture, illustrating Jesus’ cursing of the fig tree as a […]
Jesus Clears the Temple: Righteous Anger and Holy Restoration
Matthew 21:12–17 narrates the event when Jesus clears the temple, demonstrating his authority and zeal for the sacred space. It vividly describes how Jesus clears the temple to renew a place of worship. When worship becomes business, and Jesus clears the temple, he flips the tables. In one of His boldest actions, Jesus walks into […]
Jesus’ Triumphal Entry: The Humble King Arrives
Matthew 21:1–11 describes the event of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. This momentous occasion marked Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem, a significant event in biblical history. The King came—not on a war horse, but on a donkey. In Matthew 21:1–11, Jesus rides into Jerusalem to fulfill prophecy, stir hearts, and show what kind of King […]
Jesus Heals Two Blind Men: When Faith Shouts Louder Than the Crowd
Matthew 20:29–34 recounts the story where Jesus heals two blind men as he leaves Jericho. Sometimes, the most significant breakthroughs happen when you refuse to stay silent. In Matthew 20:29–34, two blind men refuse to let the crowd silence their cry for mercy. This is where Jesus hears, stops, and performs the healing of the […]
Jesus Confronts Ambition with a Call to Servanthood
Matthew 20:20–28 explores the request of James and John’s mother for her sons to sit at Jesus’s right and left in His kingdom. In a world chasing power, Jesus redefines greatness. When the mother of James and John makes a bold request, Jesus offers a radically different path to honor: humble service. Matthew 20:20–28 (NASB 2020) […]