Category: Matthew
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One Thing (Matthew 5:8, 1 John 3:1-10)
Jesus said, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” So how pure is pure enough? And how can imperfect people ever hope to see a perfect God? In this sixth message of the BLESSEDR series, we discover that purity of heart isn’t just about avoiding a thousand wrong things. It’s about…
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Day 294: Jesus’ Most Playful Miracle (Matthew 17:24-27)
When Peter needed to pay the temple tax, Jesus sent him fishing—and the first fish he caught had a coin in its mouth. Of all His miracles, this may be the most playful. It’s a story of humility, provision, and a Savior who delights in surprising His friends.
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The Mercy Rule (Matthew 5:7; Luke 10:30-37; Matthew 18:21-35)
Mercy is not just feeling sorry for someone with your heart. It’s actively doing something with your hands.
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Day 292: The Five and the Four (Matthew 15:32-39)
Two feedings. Two crowds. Two sides of the lake. The numbers aren’t random—they reveal the heart of a Savior who came for Jew and Gentile alike. And at the center of it all stands one missing loaf.
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Day 290: Compassion Through Exhaustion (Matthew 14:13-21)
After hearing of John the Baptist’s death, Jesus withdrew to a desolate place to grieve. But the crowds followed, and He had compassion on them. Matthew 14 shows us a Savior who ministers through fatigue—and reminds every weary servant that even the Son needed solitude.
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Day 289: The Sword That Divides (Matthew 10:34–36)
Jesus said He didn’t come to bring peace, but a sword. What did He mean? In Matthew 10, the “sword” isn’t about violence but allegiance. The gospel divides before it unites, calling believers to choose faithfulness to Christ even when it costs peace with the world.