Hearing with Faith
A chapter-by-chapter devotional commentary on the entire New Testament. Grow deeper in your faith with total immersion in God's Word! Great for anyone seeking to connect with God through His Word and for in-depth discipleship.
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March 28, 2023 • 36 mins
Matthew 1 is essentially a genealogy of Jesus Christ, tracing His lineage back to Abraham and highlighting significant figures in His family tree. The chapter begins with a list of Jesus' ancestors, from Abraham to King David, and then ends with a list of descendants from David to Joseph, who was seen as the adoptive father of Jesus.
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March 28, 2023 • 62 mins
Matthew 2 describes the events surrounding the birth of Jesus, including the visit of the wise men, King Herod's attempt to kill the infant Jesus, and Joseph's flight to Egypt with his family. The chapter also highlights the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies regarding the Messiah, including His birth in Bethlehem. It emphasizes the importance of worshiping Jesus as the Savior, despite opposition and persecution from earthly r...
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March 28, 2023 • 42 mins
Matthew chapter 3 describes the ministry of John the Baptist, who is described as a messenger sent by God to prepare the way for Jesus Christ. John preaches a message of repentance and baptizes those who come to Him, while warning of the coming judgment of God. He encounters the Pharisees and Sadducees, who come to be baptized but are rebuked by John for their lack of true repentance. The chapter also includes the baptism of Jesus ...
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March 28, 2023 • 50 mins
Matthew 4 describes the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness by Satan after He had fasted for 40 days and nights. Satan tempts Jesus three times, first to turn stones into bread, then to throw Himself off the pinnacle of the temple to prove that he is the Son of God, and finally to worship him in exchange for all the kingdoms of the world. After each temptation, Jesus resists Satan using scripture. He is then attended by angels an...
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March 28, 2023 • 97 mins
Matthew 5 is a chapter in the Bible that contains the Sermon on the Mount, which is a collection of teachings and sayings of Jesus. In this chapter, Jesus discusses a range of topics such as the Beatitudes, fulfilling the law, anger and reconciliation, adultery and divorce, oaths, loving one's enemies, giving to the needy, prayer and fasting, and the importance of storing up treasures in heaven. The chapter is known for its emphasi...
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March 28, 2023 • 68 mins
Matthew 6 includes more of Jesus teachings from the sermon on the mount. Some key themes include giving to the needy, prayer, forgiveness, and trusting in God. Jesus emphasizes the importance of not doing good deeds to impress others but rather to honor God. He also encourages his followers to trust in God for their daily needs and to focus on one day at a time rather than worrying about the future. The chapter ends with a reminder...
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March 28, 2023 • 70 mins
Matthew 7 mainly talks about the importance of not judging others, as we will be judged by the same standard we use to judge others. It also encourages us to ask for what we need, seek God with a persistent and sincere heart, and do to others what we would have them do to us. Additionally, it warns against false prophets and urges us to build our lives on a foundation of faith that can withstand the storms of life.
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March 28, 2023 • 55 mins
Matthew 8 recounts several miracles performed by Jesus. These include the healing of a leper, the healing of a centurion's servant, the calming of a storm, and the casting out of demons from two men. The chapter also includes Jesus' declaration that "Foxes have dens and birds have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head," indicating His itinerant lifestyle. Overall, the chapter showcases Jesus' power, compassion, and...
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March 28, 2023 • 71 mins
Matthew 9 shares a series of miraculous healings and teachings by Jesus. In the chapter, Jesus performs such acts as healing a paralyzed man, raising a dead girl to life, and healing a woman who had been suffering from bleeding for 12 years. He also engages in disagreements with some Pharisees over his authority to perform these miracles and ultimately promotes a message of forgiveness and charity to all people.
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March 28, 2023 • 78 mins
Matthew 10 describes Jesus Christ's instructions to His disciples as they embark on their first mission to preach the Gospel. In this chapter, Jesus gives them specific guidelines for their journey, instructing them to preach to the lost sheep of Israel, to avoid bringing money or provisions, and to rely on the hospitality of those who receive them. He also warns them of the potential persecution they may face and encourages them t...
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March 28, 2023 • 52 mins
Matthew 11 includes several significant events in the life of Jesus Christ. These events include Jesus' proclamation about John the Baptist, a call to come to Him for rest, reflections on the critics of Jesus' ministry, and Jesus' praise of John the Baptist. The chapter deals with themes such as faith, salvation, and discipleship.
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March 28, 2023 • 74 mins
Matthew 12 includes several different events in the life of Jesus. In the beginning of the chapter, Jesus and his disciples are walking through a field on the Sabbath and they begin to pick grain to eat. The Pharisees criticize them for breaking the Sabbath law. Later on, Jesus heals a man with a withered hand in the synagogue, which angers the Pharisees even more. Jesus responds by challenging their understanding of the Sabbath an...
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March 28, 2023 • 74 mins
Matthew 13 contains a series of parables and teachings by Jesus. These teachings focus on the kingdom of heaven and the nature of faith, and they are meant to instruct listeners about spiritual topics such as the value of the Gospel, the worth of a faithful life, and the importance of hearing and understanding God's word. The chapter includes several famous parables, including the Parable of the Sower, the Parable of the Mustard Se...
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March 28, 2023 • 54 mins
Matthew 14 contains several important events in the life of Jesus. The chapter starts with the news of the execution of John the Baptist, which deeply affects Jesus and his disciples. Later on, Jesus performs several miracles, including feeding the 5,000 people with five loaves of bread and two fish, walking on water, and healing many sick people. The chapter ends with Jesus arriving in the land of Gennesaret, where people recogniz...
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March 28, 2023 • 59 mins
Matthew 15 includes a few different stories and teachings of Jesus. Overall, the chapter highlights Jesus' teachings on faith and forgiveness, His compassionate healing of those in need, and the conflicts he faced with religious leaders who were critical of his actions. The Pharisees and scribes confront Jesus about His disciples not following Jewish customs before eating. Jesus tells them that it's not what goes into the mouth tha...
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March 28, 2023 • 65 mins
Matthew 16 includes several significant events and teachings by Jesus Christ. It starts with the Pharisees and Sadducees asking Jesus for a sign from heaven, but Jesus tells them they can interpret the signs for themselves. Then, when Jesus asks His disciples who people say He is, Peter declares that Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus then tells his disciples that he must suffer, die, and be resurrected, which Peter objects to. Jesus rebu...
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March 28, 2023 • 56 mins
Matthew 17 describes several important events in the life of Jesus Christ. The chapter begins with the Transfiguration, where Jesus transforms in front of His closest disciples (Peter, James, and John) and meets with Moses and Elijah. Later, Jesus heals a possessed boy whom the disciples could not heal, and Jesus predicts His own death and resurrection. Finally, Jesus performs a miracle to pay the tax that was due on the Temple, by...
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March 28, 2023 • 60 mins
Matthew 18 contains various teachings and stories related to forgiveness, humility, and love. Some of the most notable passages include Jesus' teaching on forgiveness and reconciliation, the parable of the lost sheep, the importance of treating one another with kindness and respect, and the consequences of refusing to forgive others. The overall message of Matthew 18 is that love, compassion, and empathy must guide our interactions...
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March 28, 2023 • 54 mins
Matthew 19 primarily covers the teachings of Jesus regarding marriage and divorce. In this chapter, some Pharisees question Jesus about the lawfulness of divorce, and He responds by stating that divorcing one's spouse and marrying another person constitutes adultery unless the divorce was due to the spouse's sexual immorality. Jesus also blesses the children who are brought to Him and helps a rich young man understand how to attain...
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March 28, 2023 • 60 mins
Matthew 20 talks about Jesus teaching His disciples about service and humility, and the heavenly rewards for those who display these virtues. In the chapter, Jesus also shares the parable of the workers in the vineyard, which teaches about fairness and generosity, and how God does not play favorites. Additionally, the chapter discusses Jesus' prediction of His impending death and the request of James and John to be seated at His ri...
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