WARNINGS AND WOE’S AGAINST ISRAEL’S RELIGIOUS HYPOCRITES #50 Matthew 23:1-39 If anyone thought Jesus was effeminate or a coward, they have not read this chapter. Jesus is as bold as a lion in His attack on the religious leaders. Although, a multitude is present, He primarily speaks to His disciples about observing the Law, and […]
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GREATER OPPOSITION TO THE KING AND THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN #49
GREATER OPPOSITION TO THE KING AND THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN #49 Matthew 22:1-46. This chapter continues to the opposition toward the Lord by the various leaders at Jerusalem. As was our Lord’s manner, He rebuked them by parables, and trapped them in their on craftiness. This parable extends from the time of Christ and […]
THE TRIUMPHAL ENTRY #48
THE TRIUMPHAL ENTRY #48 Matthew 21:1-46 Some have designated this even as “The Triumphal Entry.” Jesus has been presented to Israel by John the Baptist, the Twelve, The seventy, and by Himself. This was done through preaching, miracles, parables, and fulfilled prophecy. Now, the Lord presents Himself officially as Israel’s King. This he does […]
MANY ARE CALLED, BUT FEW ARE CHOSEN #47
MANY ARE CALLED, BUT FEW ARE CHOSEN #47 Matthew 20:1-34 This parable is about the Kingdom of Heaven, and the application is similar, in some respects, to the previous chapter. Jesus said the fields are ripe for harvest, but the labors are few. Here, we see men standing idle. The lord went out at daybreak […]
MATTERS CONCERNING OFFENCES, JUDGMENTS, AND FORGIVENESS #46
MATTERS CONCERNING OFFENCES, JUDGMENTS, AND FORGIVENESS Matthew 18:7-35. This chapter begins with the question by the disciples, who would be greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. As we have demonstrated repeatedly, the four Gospels are not about the church of this dispensation, but are about the Kingdom of Heaven Church. This would be clear […]