Matthew 5 - Day 101 (link to reading plan)
Scripture: Matthew 5 Commentary: Matthew 5–7 is the first block of teaching material in Matthew, dealing with the ethics of the kingdom. In 4:17 Jesus summarizes his message: “Repent, for the kingdom is at hand”; Matthew 5–7 shows in greater detail the repentant lifestyle that characterizes the people of the kingdom. This block is introduced by a common Old Testament literary form called beatitudes: “Happy are those who …, for they shall …” (e.g., Ps 1:1). Here the blessings are the promises of the kingdom for those who live the repentant life. Jesus’ hearers would have understood them especially as promises for the future time of God’s reign; we must read them in the light of the present aspect of the kingdom as well Keener, C. S. (1993). The IVP Bible background commentary: New Testament (Mt 5:1–12). Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press. Application: This is what it means to "turn to Jesus" and experience the Kingdom of.Heaven. Prayer: Lord, please help me to be conformed into the image of Your Son. Comments are closed.
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