"When Jesus heard this, he was amazed and said to those following him, Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith." Matthew 8:10 A centurion had just came to Jesus seeking healing for his servant. Jesus offered to come and heal him. The man stated that he was... Continue Reading →
Matthew 7:24 Active Listening
"Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock." Matthew 7:24 Jesus now, after a lot of talking, tells the people who just to hear His words is not enough. Each person who hears the words of Jesus must... Continue Reading →
Matthew 7:21 Saying Lord
"Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." Matthew 7:21 Jesus makes a surprising statement. He points out that just because you call Him Lord does not automatically get you into heaven. The term... Continue Reading →
Matthew 7:13-14 The Correct Gate
"Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it." Matthew 7:13-14 Very often Christians are accused of being narrow-minded; that they... Continue Reading →
Matthew 7:6 Use Pearls Wisely
"Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces." Matthew 7:6 Jesus now makes a short statement about not giving dogs something sacred and throwing pearls at pigs. Why was He talking about... Continue Reading →
