Matthew 17 explained
Jesus Pays the Temple Tax: Freedom, Humility, and Supernatural Provision
Matthew 17:24–27 describes the story where Jesus pays the temple tax. When heaven funds your obedience, even fish carry miracles. It beautifully exemplifies how Jesus pays the temple tax and reveals divine provision. In Matthew 17:24–27, Jesus uses a tax question to reveal truths about freedom, responsibility, and God’s provision. It’s a short moment, but full […]
Jesus Foretells His Death and Resurrection (Again): Learning to Grieve with Hope
In Matthew 17:22–23, Jesus foretells His death and resurrection to His disciples, sharing profound insights into the events that are to come. When truth is hard, hope must be louder, much like Jesus did when He told of His approaching sacrifice and His subsequent triumph over death. In Matthew 17:22–23, Jesus again reveals the destiny […]
Jesus’ Transfiguration: A Glimpse of Glory That Transforms Our Faith
Matthew 17:1–13 describes the profound moment of Jesus’ transfiguration. Sometimes, Jesus pulls us aside to reveal something so glorious we can never be the same. In Matthew 17:1–13, Jesus takes three of His disciples up a mountain and reveals His divine glory in a moment that still speaks to believers today. Matthew 17:1–13 (NASB 2020) […]