Gospel of Matthew
Jesus Warns Against Sign-Seeking and Offers the Sign of Jonah
Some people follow Jesus because they believe. Others demand proof on their terms. In Matthew 12:38–45, we see the Pharisees and scribes fall into the latter category. They ask Jesus for a sign, but not to grow in faith—rather, to challenge His authority. Jesus responds with a powerful prophetic warning and a lesson that echoes straight […]
Jesus Heals a Demon-Possessed Man and Confronts Blasphemy Against the Spirit
When Jesus healed the blind and mute man, the crowds saw hope—but the Pharisees saw a threat. In Matthew 12:22–37, Christ exposes their hearts, warning that neutrality isn’t an option. Our words reveal our allegiance. Will yours confess faith—or deny the Spirit’s power?
Jesus Heals on the Sabbath: The Power of Doing Good
In Matthew 12:9–14, Jesus heals a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath, challenging the religious rules that stifled compassion. His courage shows us how to choose mercy over fear. In a world paralyzed by public opinion, Jesus calls us to stand boldly and do good—even when it’s unpopular.
Jesus and the Sabbath Grain Field Confrontation: Choosing Mercy Over Legalism
In Matthew 12:1–8, Jesus and His disciples are confronted for plucking grain on the Sabbath. His response shatters legalism and elevates mercy. In 2025, when religious rules still burden hearts, Jesus reminds us: relationship over ritual, rest over rigidity, and mercy over sacrifice.
“Come to Me, I Will Give You Rest”: The Greatest Invitation of All Time
Jesus says, “Come to Me, I will give you rest,” in Matthew 11:28–30. In a world full of stress, exhaustion, and striving, Jesus offers the only true relief. This invitation is deeply personal and urgently needed in 2025. He doesn’t give religion—He gives rest. Will you come to Him?
Jesus Rebukes Unrepentant Cities: A Wake-Up Call for This Generation
In Matthew 11:20–24, Jesus rebukes unrepentant cities like Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum for refusing to turn despite His mighty miracles. In 2025, we must ask: Are we living changed lives in response to God’s work? Access to truth demands transformation. This is a call to real, lasting repentance.
Jesus Praises John the Baptist and Condemns This Generation: The Kingdom Requires Boldness
In Matthew 11:7–19, Jesus praises John the Baptist and condemns this generation. He calls John the greatest prophet and exposes the spiritual apathy of a culture that mocks truth. In 2025, believers must learn to recognize Kingdom truth, stand for righteousness, and reject the lukewarm indecision of cultural Christianity.
When Even the Bold Doubt: John the Baptist’s Question from a Prison Cell
In Matthew 11:2–6, John the Baptist, now in prison, sends a question to Jesus: “Are You the Coming One?” Jesus doesn’t rebuke his doubt—He points to the fruit. In 2025, when life gets confusing, we can trust what Jesus is doing even when we don’t fully understand what He’s saying.
Jesus Casts Out a Demon and Heals the Mute: When Freedom Offends the Religious
In Matthew 9:32–34, Jesus casts out a demon from a mute man, and the man instantly speaks. While the crowds are amazed, the Pharisees respond with slander. This moment highlights that Jesus brings both healing and controversy. In 2025, we must choose faith over fear—and boldness over cultural compromise.
Jesus Heals Two Blind Men: Bold Faith That Sees in the Dark
In Matthew 9:27–31, two blind men follow Jesus, crying out for mercy. Though physically blind, they see who He truly is—the Son of David. Their bold faith is rewarded with sight. In 2025, we too must cry out, believe, and act—especially when life tries to silence our faith.
Jesus Heals and Raises the Dead: Faith for the Desperate and the Dead
In Matthew 9:18–26, Jesus heals a woman suffering for twelve years and raises a girl from the dead. These miracles teach us that no condition is too chronic and no situation too final for Jesus. In 2025, His power still flows through faith—faith that reaches and faith that waits.
Jesus on Fasting: The Power of a New Wineskin Life
In Matthew 9:14–17, Jesus answers a question about fasting by revealing a deeper truth: He didn’t come to patch up the old. He came to bring something new. This interaction teaches us in 2025 how to fast with the right mindset—expecting transformation, not religious routine.
Jesus Calls Matthew: Grace that Rewrites Your Story
In Matthew 9:9–13, Jesus calls Matthew, a tax collector, to follow Him. In one sentence, Jesus rewrites Matthew’s future. He then dines with sinners, challenging the self-righteous and extending radical grace. This moment proves: your past doesn’t disqualify you—Jesus is calling you to rise and follow, right now.
Jesus Forgives and Heals: When Faith Meets True Authority
In Matthew 9:1–8, Jesus forgives and heals a paralyzed man, revealing His authority to do what only God can—cleanse the heart and restore the body. When your need meets faith, Jesus responds with both healing and wholeness. This story reminds us: forgiveness is the greater miracle, and it’s available today.
Jesus Casts Out Demons: Deliverance That Disrupts
In Matthew 8:28–34, Jesus casts out demons from two violent men in the Gadarenes. The spirits begged Him, the men were freed, and the town begged Him to leave. This passage reveals Christ’s unmatched power—and reminds us that spiritual freedom often challenges the status quo. Will you welcome Him or resist?