Commentary on the book of gospel of matthew by matthew. This is probably the most universally famous thing that jesus ever said. They were both of them types of the grossly sensual kind of sinners, given over to mere brute appetite, and insensible to any higher life. This would be impossible except for verse six, where jesus explains his. The first edition of the novel was published in january 1st 1710, and was written by matthew henry.
Matthew 7 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Our lord warns men against rash judgment and uncharitable censures, 15. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of and is available in hardcover format. The dog was reckoned, with the swine, among the unclean animals. Sproul gave 128 sermons on the gospel of matthew, which have now been edited into this collection of memorable messages. In his sermon, jesus uses dogs and pigs as representative of those who would. Matthew chapter 7 matthew henry complete commentary on. Sermons from matthew 4 the gospel of matthew introduction introduction 1. True judgment matthew 89 27 the kings power matthew 10 30. This well known verse presents what has become known as the golden rule. Unless god is opening someones mind to spiritual understanding, they will treat. Christ having, in the former chapter, armed his disciples against the corrupt doctrines and opinions of the scribes and pharisees, especially in their expositions of the law that was called their leaven, 16. Living in the town of nazareth was a young woman called mary. Paul did not preach the gospel to the howling mob at ephesus, or to the lewd fellows of the baser sort at thessalonica, and yet at another time he would have told.
Matthew makes this to be three sets of 14 names in each matthew 1. But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do. The book of matthew has always occupied a position of high esteem in the faith and life of the church. Encouragements given us to pray to god for what we need v. The necessity of strictness in conversation urged upon us v. A caution given us to take heed of false prophets, matthew 7. Within this chapter, verses 112 fit together somewhat loosely, but the paragraphs in verses 27 make more sense together. Instead of doing it to be seen of men, pray to thy father who is in secret. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition. Many times throughout the gospels, jesus rebukes the pharisees for their blatant. Elisha foretels that, notwithstanding the great straits to which the city of samaria is reduced, yet within twentyfour hours they shall have plenty, v.
Jamess impromptu and unscripted versebyverse bible study from the gospel of the matthew. The first group is from abraham to david matthew 1. Genesis 6 7 197982 audio chuck smith the baptism of the holy spirit, pt. Give not that which is holy unto dogs that is, talk not of the deep things of god to those whom you know to be wallowing in sin.
Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. She was promised in marriage to a man called joseph. Although matthew has already offered a longer section on prayer 6. Now this needs to be qualified most people will initially resist the gospel, but here jesus is not speaking of resistance in general but of a vicious. The king in humour, and haman out of humour, meet at esthers table. The conclusion of the whole sermon, showing the necessity of universal obedience to christs commands, without which we cannot expect to be happy, matthew 7. Jesus offered them spiritual bread, but they did not want that vs. The king urged esther, a third time, to tell him what her request was, for he longed to know, and repeated his promise that it should be granted, v. Matthew 12 12 the kings birth matthew 34 15 the kings credentials matthew 5 18 the kings principles. Pdf matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible book by. Our series on the sermon on the mount continues with another of jesus hard. He is quoting back to jesus the very words that he had inspired, but he does it without quoting the entirety of the two verses. Here, the emphasis is on the imperative of forgiveness.
We are not to expose the gospel of jesus christ to those who have no. We must judge ourselves, and judge of our own acts, but not make our word a law to everybody. The obvious limitation to this promise is sufficiently indicated by in matthew 7. Exhorts the people to enter in at the strait gate, matthew 7. Check out these helpful resources biblical commentary childrens sermons hymn lists.
If the king had now forgotten that esther had an errand to him, and had not again asked what it was, she. Discussion guide for matthew 7 lighthouse bible church. He did not see it as an unconcerned spectator, but as one injured and affronted by it. Beginning with matthew chapter 5, yeshua gives a lengthy discourse with a good deal of revelation mixed with correction, much of which is aimed directly at the pharisees, scribes, sadducees, etc. Here is a substantial and practical commentary on the first book of the new testament canon, one that will serve the church well and will be of great use in smallgroup settings. Dogs were not pets in those days but roving scavengers.
Verse 6 then is guiding one who might, with discerning judgment, approach someone about unrighteousness or sin in their life. Some may misunderstand this to be the case, but i john 5. Matthew 7 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary. With this commandment the sermon on the mount reaches its summit. Explicitly stated is the second great command, that we love our neighbor as ourself. The context chapters 57 of matthews gospel are known as the sermon on the mount, and constitute a large body of jesus teachings. By matthew shaded area click chart to enlarge jesus birth and early years leading up to the sermon on the mount matthew 1 7 source. The reserve which will not give things holy to dogs. Matthew 6 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Jesus has much more to say about forgiveness matthew 9. Talk not of high degrees of holiness, for instance, to the former. Both dogs and swine were unclean animals according to mosaic law. The main characters of this religion, religion story are. We are to share the gospel, but, when it becomes apparent that the gospel is not welcome, we are to move on.
It was not created to be read like an ordinary book, but is a verse by verse study of the gospel of matthew that is divided into small sections. Gospel of matthew 1 commentary new testament matthew. An excellent discussion of the relation between matt. When we turn to matthew, we turn to the book which may well be called the most. Shows that holy things must not be profaned, matthew 7. We must not take these responsibilities lightly romans 1. Matthew 7 commentary william barclays daily study bible. Moreover, when you fast, do not be like the hypocrites, with a sad countenance. Matthew chapter 7 david guziks commentaries on the. Matthew 7 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast you your. How does the book of romans transform how we look at matthew 7. Jesus categorically says that there are people that will not accept your attempt at admonitioncorrection dogspigs no matter how genuine and nonjudgmental, but will only turn it on you in some negative and harmful way. The christian is called to show unconditional love, but the christian is not called to unconditional approval.
Matthew free bible study commentary in simple english. This verse continues the discussion on the proper procedure for praying. Ask, seek, knock theological commentary by mike nappa jesus exhortation to ask, seek, knock in prayer seems a carte blanche promise that god will give anything you or i. Feb 03, 2018 commentary on the book of genesis matthew henry 1662 1714 this is another commentary by matthew henry, well known for his commentaries on the bible, this one is on genesis, the first book of. We must not judge rashly, nor pass judgment upon our brother without any ground. Then the final group is from jechoniah to the birth of jesus matthew 1. The king of israel despaired of it and grew weary of waiting. Fitly is the law of justice subjoined to the law of prayer, for unless we be honest in our conversation, god will not hear our prayers, isa. Now this is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. Implied by our prayer life as prescribed in verses 7 11 is the fact that we love god with all our heart, mind, soul and strength cf. The necessity of strictness in conversation urged upon us, matthew 7. Matthew was the first to write down an account of the life and ministry of jesus christ. We should not judge other people jesus teaches his disciples more about god jesus teaches people how to get true life jesus teaches the story about a.
The original koine greek, according to westcott and hort, reads. This is a very difficult saying of jesus for, on the face of it, it seems to demand an exclusiveness which is the very reverse of the christian message. Matthew 7 this chapter continues and concludes christs sermon on the mount, which is purely practical, directing us to order our conversation aright, both toward god and man. Matthew 5 seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain.
This method allows the reader to study and reflect on a sectionor a part of a section and then return. The context chapters 5 7 of matthew s gospel are known as the sermon on the mount, and constitute a large body of jesus teachings. This verse contains an ambiguous warning about placing pearls before swine. The second group is from solomon to the exile in babylon matthew 1. Some rules concerning censure and reproof, matthew 7. Exhorts the people to enter in at the strait gate,14. In the king james version of the bible the text reads. Does jesus mean that we are not to share the truth of the gospel with unbelievers. Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, matthew 7. Matthew 1 7 the macarthur new testament commentary macarthur, john on.
Chapter 6 chapter 7 digression 3 judge not chapter 8 digression 4 let the dead bury their dead digression 5 legion and the gadarene pigs chapter 9 digression 6 the table manners of jesus chapter 10 digression 7 matthew 10. True righteousness matthew 6 21 the kings principles. And so it was, when jesus had ended these sayings, that the people were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. Matthew 7 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. Commentary on the book of gospel of matthew by matthew henry. Matthew 1 7 the macarthur new testament commentary. This is the bible verse that seems to be most popular in our present day. This verse continues the discussion on the proper procedure for praying content. It is unlikely that jesus delivered all of these teachings at one sitting. Then in verse 6, christ tempers these admonitions and shows us the difference.
Yeshua begins chapter 7 with an admonition against judging others. A caution given us to take heed of false prophets v. Matthew 6 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces. Is it true that god has given us a blank check to ask anything of him just as one might ask a genie in a fairy tale.
This chapter continues and concludes christs sermon on the mount, which is purely practical, directing us to order our conversation aright, both toward god and man. What did jesus mean when he said to not cast your pearls before. What did jesus mean when he said to not cast your pearls. The gospel of matthew it was the testimony of the fathers of the church, dating from as early as the beginning of the second century ad, that st. We cannot expect to receive good things from god, if we do not fair things, and that which is honest, and lovely, and of good report among men. Instead, matthew collected many of his teachings and. Shows how men should deal with each other, matthew 7. Matthew 7 new international version niv bible youtube.
Matthew 7, new international version niv the bible app. This commentary is designed tobe used in many differen ways. Read introduction to matthew do not give what is holy to the dogs. Free download or read online matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible pdf epub book.
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