For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven. < Matthew 5:19 | > Matthew 5:21 Reflection Matthew 5:20 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, […]
Matthew
The book of Matthew is the first Gospel in the New Testament, presenting the life, ministry, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Written primarily for a Jewish audience, Matthew emphasizes that Jesus is the promised Messiah, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies and establishing God’s kingdom on earth. The book highlights His authority, miracles, parables, and the call to discipleship, offering guidance for living a life aligned with God’s will.
Matthew emphasizes both the teaching and example of Christ. Through the Sermon on the Mount, parables, and miracles, readers learn about righteousness, mercy, forgiveness, and the nature of God’s kingdom. It also highlights the importance of faith, obedience, and the transformative power of following Jesus.
This Gospel encourages believers to grow in faith, understand God’s plan for salvation, and live as committed disciples of Christ. Matthew shows how God’s promises are fulfilled in Jesus and how His teachings remain relevant for guiding daily life.
Explore the book of Matthew to encounter the Messiah, learn from His teachings, and be inspired to live a life of faith, obedience, and devotion to God.
Matthew 5:21
Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: < Matthew 5:20 | > Matthew 5:22 Reflection Matthew 5:21 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, […]
Matthew 5:22
But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire. < Matthew 5:21 | > […]
Matthew 5:23
Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee; < Matthew 5:22 | > Matthew 5:24 Reflection Matthew 5:23 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be […]
Matthew 5:24
Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. < Matthew 5:23 | > Matthew 5:25 Reflection Matthew 5:24 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the […]
Matthew 5:25
Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison. < Matthew 5:24 | > Matthew 5:26 Reflection Matthew 5:25 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to […]
Matthew 5:26
Verily I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid the uttermost farthing. < Matthew 5:25 | > Matthew 5:27 Reflection Matthew 5:26 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may […]
Matthew 5:27
Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: < Matthew 5:26 | > Matthew 5:28 Reflection Matthew 5:27 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, but […]
Matthew 5:28
But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. < Matthew 5:27 | > Matthew 5:29 Reflection Matthew 5:28 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the […]
Matthew 5:29
And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. < Matthew 5:28 | > Matthew 5:30 Reflection Matthew 5:29 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according […]
Matthew 5:3
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. < Matthew 5:2 | > Matthew 5:4 Reflection Matthew 5:3 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, but its words are not […]
Matthew 5:30
And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. < Matthew 5:29 | > Matthew 5:31 Reflection Matthew 5:30 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according […]
Matthew 5:31
It hath been said, Whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement: < Matthew 5:30 | > Matthew 5:32 Reflection Matthew 5:31 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, […]
Matthew 5:32
But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery. < Matthew 5:31 | > Matthew 5:33 Reflection Matthew 5:32 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws […]
Matthew 5:33
Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths: < Matthew 5:32 | > Matthew 5:34 Reflection Matthew 5:33 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, […]
Matthew 5:34
But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God’s throne: < Matthew 5:33 | > Matthew 5:35 Reflection Matthew 5:34 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, but […]
Matthew 5:35
Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool: neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King. < Matthew 5:34 | > Matthew 5:36 Reflection Matthew 5:35 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse […]
Matthew 5:36
Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black. < Matthew 5:35 | > Matthew 5:37 Reflection Matthew 5:36 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, but […]
Matthew 5:37
But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil. < Matthew 5:36 | > Matthew 5:38 Reflection Matthew 5:37 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, […]
Matthew 5:38
Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: < Matthew 5:37 | > Matthew 5:39 Reflection Matthew 5:38 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be […]
Matthew 5:39
But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. < Matthew 5:38 | > Matthew 5:40 Reflection Matthew 5:39 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus […]
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. < Matthew 5:3 | > Matthew 5:5 Reflection Matthew 5:4 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, but its words are not accidental. By emphasizing […]
Matthew 5:40
And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloke also. < Matthew 5:39 | > Matthew 5:41 Reflection Matthew 5:40 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse […]
Matthew 5:41
And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain. < Matthew 5:40 | > Matthew 5:42 Reflection Matthew 5:41 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, but its words are not […]
Matthew 5:42
Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away. < Matthew 5:41 | > Matthew 5:43 Reflection Matthew 5:42 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, […]
Matthew 5:43
Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. < Matthew 5:42 | > Matthew 5:44 Reflection Matthew 5:43 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be brief, but […]
Matthew 5:44
But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; < Matthew 5:43 | > Matthew 5:45 Reflection Matthew 5:44 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to […]
Matthew 5:45
That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. < Matthew 5:44 | > Matthew 5:46 Reflection Matthew 5:45 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, […]
Matthew 5:46
For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same? < Matthew 5:45 | > Matthew 5:47 Reflection Matthew 5:46 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be […]
Matthew 5:47
And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so? < Matthew 5:46 | > Matthew 5:48 Reflection Matthew 5:47 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This verse may be […]