Read this bible chapter online, click here to read. The context this reading is closely tied to verses 20, last weeks gospel lesson. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden i give you is light. Let those puny creatures, sent to keep the living one among the dead, for fear of me shake and become as dead men matthew 28. Jul 30, 2003 of all the different bible commentaries i have read over the years, i have always preferred the one written by matthew henry 16621714. The honourable testimony that christ bore to john baptist v. It also addresses relevant topics such as abortion, homosexuality and marriage in a timely, penetrating way. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. When we come to god as a father, we must remember that he is lord of heaven and earth, which obliges us to come to him with reverence as to the sovereign lord of all.
One of the most beloved passages in the new testament is matthew 11. Let me teach you, because i am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Matthew chapter 11 barnes notes on the new testament. Think of a jewish peasant of thirty years old, opening his arms to embrace the world, and. Christ, having finished his instructions to his disciples, departs to preach in different cities, matthew 11. It consists of a female figure reclining her head on a marble book, with our text. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for i am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Stanley hauerwas theological commentary on matthew approaches this gospel from a thematic standpoint, largely centered on the implications of following christ.
His discourse with the disciples of john concerning his being the messiah v. You can be free from legalism and selfrighteousness ill. In the very next verse jesus invites us to take his yoke, and a yoke is a work implement. Dec 30, 20 posted on december 30, 20 by taylormertins matthew 2. Matthew chapter 11 barnes notes on the new testament on. The willingness of jesus to share the forementioned blessing with others is indicated by the rest of this chapter. Matthews gospel free bible commentary in easy english. Verse by verse commentaries by book precept austin. In it the lord summarizes the invitation to discipleship that characterized his earthly ministry, but to understand the invitation of this passage, we need to understand the background. The context begins with the disappointing breakdown of john the baptists faith verses 23 and the peoples discontent with both johns solemn message and christs more joyous one verses 1619. The gospel of matthew, chapters 2728, bible study outline. Henry, a british nonconformist minister, wrote a masterful 6volume commentary on the whole bible that is still wellrespected today for its scholarship, faithfulness to the word of god, and its ease of reading.
The child and the old man may seek and find salvation at the feet of the same saviour. In this scene the authority that jesus taught with and exercised in his healings and deliverances becomes positional. As we walk through matthews gospel, we see that opposition to. If the bible were a forgery, such a bloomer of a contradiction just wouldn. Matthew did not write the first book about jesus life. The constant and unwearied diligence of our lord jesus in his great work of preaching the gospel v. Matthew 28 niv jesus has risen after the sabbath, at.
Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for i am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. In fact, in spite of all our technological advances. Praises the divine wisdom for revealing the gospel to the simplehearted, matthew 11. Jesus christ himself says that we are to fear him who is able to destroy both body and soul in hell. Under the yoke of god, christ trusted in the knowledge and power of god to care for him. Frances the gospel of matthew in the nicnt series, which is the most thorough commentary on this. Zerrs commentary on selected books of the new testament.
Matthew 11 niv jesus and john the baptist bible gateway. He has been given all authority in heaven and on earth, and the disciples teacher is now revealed as the lord of all. He was speaking about the way they had hidden the true meaning of the old testament. If the book refers to the entire gospel, this could be read as implying that matthew wished to develop the theme of the nature of the lord jesus. Invites the distressed to come unto him, and gives them the promise of rest for their souls, matthew 11. If we want to escape this punishment, we can see that it is closely connected to whether or not we actually fear god. The sad account he gives of that generation in general. You remember those bitter words of the book of ecclesiastes, where the. Posted on december 30, 20 by taylormertins matthew 2. John sends two of his disciples to him to inquire whether he were the christ, matthew 11.
I recommend that those planning to preach or teach through matthew supplement hauerwas volume, which only offers broad commentary on each chapter and subsequently doesnt address the entire text of matthew in a versebyverse manner, with r. Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and i will give you rest. The disciples come here at the direction of jesus, and they respond to him in worship in the midst of doubt it is telling that the same two words, doubt and worship, occur in association only here and in the story of the disciples in the boat, 14. Come unto me christ having signified, that the knowledge of god, and the mysteries of grace, are only to be come at through him. This whole passage is often called christs worldwide invitation. The resurrection has taken place already, while the tomb was sealed. Matthew 11 provides an interesting example of christs thankfulness and praise. In verse 16, peter confessed his faith that jesus was the messiah, the son of god. Then follows the stubborn resistance to christs preaching in cities highly favored to receive his. Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and i will give you rest. The obvious limitation to this promise is sufficiently indicated by in matthew 7. The purpose of god is to be reconciled with all humanity, which includes every nationality and race. Matthew brazos theological commentary on the bible. Of all the different bible commentaries i have read over the years, i have always preferred the one written by matthew henry 16621714.
We might expect jesus to rise and come out of the tomb as lazarus does in john 11. Matthew collected taxes, but he became one of jesus 12 special friends matthew 9. Commentary on the book of gospel of matthew by matthew. Matthew 2728, bible study 2014, james moriello, pastor, firm foundation christian church, woonsocket, ri 2 consistent with the generational curse on those who were alive when messiah came matthew 23. Then jesus said, come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and i will give you rest.
Come to me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and i will give you rest. The condemnation of chorazin, and bethsaida, and capernaum. It is like children shouting to each other as they sit in the market place 17 we played the pipes for you, and you wouldnt dance. The earthquake takes place, and the angel rolls back the stone. Shows that none can know god but by the revelation of his son, matthew 11. Jesus said, come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and i will give you rest.
Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesthe gospel of. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for i am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. He upbraids the jews with their capriciousness, matthew 11. Matthew 27 28, bible study 2014, james moriello, pastor, firm foundation christian church, woonsocket, ri 2 consistent with the generational curse on those who were alive when messiah came matthew 23. Matthew 11 new international version niv jesus and john the baptist. Matthew henrys concise commentary on the whole bible super. Come unto me our lord here shows to whom he is pleased to reveal the father, and the things said above to be hid from the wise and prudent. This is what enabled him to stand up and persevere under the burden of trials, etc. May, 2016 come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and i will give you rest. Matthew henrys concise commentary on the whole bible. Mar 23, 2008 the earthquake takes place, and the angel rolls back the stone. No sublimer words exist than this call of jesus to the toiling and the burdened.
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