Clothed in a Righteousness Not Our Own
Read Matthew 22:1-14
The meaning of the parable is obvious. The invited guests are the sons of Israel who have refused to accept God’s Kingdom, and Son....
Read MoreBeware the Spirit of the Second Son
Read Matthew 21:28-45
In response to the evangelist’s impassioned plea, the young man went to the front of the church to give his life to Christ. He had...
Read MoreOne Parable - Two Lessons
Read Matthew 21:18-27
The episode with the fig tree was a parable Jesus didn’t tell, but acted out. This is clearer in Mark’s parallel account which...
Read MoreThe Triumphal Entry . . . into the Temple
Read Matthew 21:1-17
The “triumphal entry” was truly King Jesus’ official coming-out party, especially when it is extended to include his cleansing...
Read MoreThe Basis for Grace
Read Matthew 20:17-34
The economy of grace in God’s kingdom isn’t without a basis. The Kingdom isn’t like a government that prints money...
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