Category Archives: Matthew

Who’s the Greatest?

Posted on May 28, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

1 At that time the disciples came to Jesus and said, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2 And He called a child to Himself and set him before them, 3 and said, “Truly I say to … Continue reading →

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A Bridge Too Far

Posted on May 23, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

13 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, He was asking His disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” 14 And they said, “Some say John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; but still … Continue reading →

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Uncontainable Joy

Posted on February 10, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

Whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting. Truly I say to you, they have their reward … Continue reading →

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Marching Orders

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.’ 39 But I say to you, do not resist an evil person; but whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn … Continue reading →

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Exacting Standards

Posted on February 1, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

21 “You have heard that the ancients were told, ‘You shall not commit murder’ and ‘Whoever commits murder shall be liable to the court.’ 22 But I say to you that everyone who is angry with his brother shall be … Continue reading →

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No Free Lunch…But

Posted on January 21, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

17 “Do not think that I came to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I did not come to abolish but to fulfill. 18 For truly I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter … Continue reading →

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Salt and Light

Posted on January 19, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

13 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled under foot by men. 14 … Continue reading →

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