Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? < Matthew 6:30 | > Matthew 6:32 Reflection Matthew 6:31 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 […]
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 6:32
(For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. < Matthew 6:31 | > Matthew 6:33 Reflection Matthew 6:32 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. This […]
Matthew 6:33
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. < Matthew 6:32 | > Matthew 6:34 Reflection Matthew 6:33 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 6:34
Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. < Matthew 6:33 | > Matthew 7:1 Reflection Matthew 6:34 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and […]
Matthew 6:4
That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly. < Matthew 6:3 | > Matthew 6:5 Reflection Matthew 6:4 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 […]
Matthew 6:5
And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. < Matthew 6:4 | > Matthew 6:6 Reflection Matthew 6:5 sits […]
Matthew 6:6
But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. < Matthew 6:5 | > Matthew 6:7 Reflection Matthew 6:6 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture […]
Matthew 6:7
But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. < Matthew 6:6 | > Matthew 6:8 Reflection Matthew 6:7 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the […]
Matthew 6:8
Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. < Matthew 6:7 | > Matthew 6:9 Reflection Matthew 6:8 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 6:9
After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. < Matthew 6:8 | > Matthew 6:10 Reflection Matthew 6:9 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 […]
Matthew 7:1
Judge not, that ye be not judged. < Matthew 6:34 | > Matthew 7:2 Reflection Matthew 7:1 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 judge, judged, it […]
Matthew 7:10
Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent? < Matthew 7:9 | > Matthew 7:11 Reflection Matthew 7:10 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. […]
Matthew 7:11
If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him? < Matthew 7:10 | > Matthew 7:12 Reflection Matthew 7:11 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention […]
Matthew 7:12
Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets. < Matthew 7:11 | > Matthew 7:13 Reflection Matthew 7:12 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and […]
Matthew 7:13
Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: < Matthew 7:12 | > Matthew 7:14 Reflection Matthew 7:13 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, […]
Matthew 7:14
Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. < Matthew 7:13 | > Matthew 7:15 Reflection Matthew 7:14 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 7:15
Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. < Matthew 7:14 | > Matthew 7:16 Reflection Matthew 7:15 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 7:16
Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? < Matthew 7:15 | > Matthew 7:17 Reflection Matthew 7:16 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 7:17
Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. < Matthew 7:16 | > Matthew 7:18 Reflection Matthew 7:17 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 7:18
A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. < Matthew 7:17 | > Matthew 7:19 Reflection Matthew 7:18 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 7:19
Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. < Matthew 7:18 | > Matthew 7:20 Reflection Matthew 7:19 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 […]
Matthew 7:2
For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. < Matthew 7:1 | > Matthew 7:3 Reflection Matthew 7:2 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus the Messiah. […]
Matthew 7:20
Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. < Matthew 7:19 | > Matthew 7:21 Reflection Matthew 7:20 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 wherefore, fruits, […]
Matthew 7:21
Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. < Matthew 7:20 | > Matthew 7:22 Reflection Matthew 7:21 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, […]
Matthew 7:22
Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? < Matthew 7:21 | > Matthew 7:23 Reflection Matthew 7:22 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws […]
Matthew 7:23
And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. < Matthew 7:22 | > Matthew 7:24 Reflection Matthew 7:23 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 brief, […]
Matthew 7:24
Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: < Matthew 7:23 | > Matthew 7:25 Reflection Matthew 7:24 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, and Jesus […]
Matthew 7:25
And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock. < Matthew 7:24 | > Matthew 7:26 Reflection Matthew 7:25 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, […]
Matthew 7:26
And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand: < Matthew 7:25 | > Matthew 7:27 Reflection Matthew 7:26 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, […]
Matthew 7:27
And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall of it. < Matthew 7:26 | > Matthew 7:28 Reflection Matthew 7:27 sits within Matthew, the Gospel according to Matthew, where Scripture often draws attention to the kingdom, discipleship, fulfillment, […]