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Matthew 28

“All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to … Read the rest

Matthew 27

But Jesus cried out again with a loud voice and gave up his spirit. Suddenly, the curtain of the sanctuary was torn in two, from top to bottom (Matt. 27:50, 51a CSB).

An enormous, thick curtain separated the Holy Place … Read the rest

Matthew 26

Going a little farther, he fell on his face and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will.” Again, a second time, he went away and … Read the rest

Matthew 25

For to everyone who has, more will be given, and he will have more than enough.  But from the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him (Matt. 25:29 CSB).

“That’s not fair!”… Read the rest

Matthew 24

“Now concerning that day and hour no one knows-neither the angels of heaven nor the Son-except the Father alone.” “This is why you are also to be ready, because the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do … Read the rest

Matthew 23

The greatest among you shall be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted (Matt. 23:11-12 CSB).

Jesus reminds the crowds and his disciples that God has a noticeable habit of turning things … Read the rest

Matthew 22

Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the greatest and most important command. The second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and … Read the rest

Matthew 21

Jesus sent two disciples, telling them, “Go into the village ahead of you. At once you will find a donkey tied there with her colt. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, say that … Read the rest

Matthew 20

Jesus called them over and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those in high positions act as tyrants over them. It must not be like that among you. On the contrary, whoever … Read the rest

Matthew 19

Then little children were brought to Jesus for him to place his hands on them and pray, but the disciples rebuked them. Jesus said, “Leave the little children alone, and don’t try to keep them from coming to me, because … Read the rest