THE FORGIVER OF SINS
Matthew 9:1-8
How inventive and ingenious is human love! Not improbably this was a
young man and the others had been his schoolmates and friends for
years. They had come to a steadfast faith in Jesus, and it was in
response to _their_ faith that the miracle was wrought. If onl... [ Continue Reading ]
THE FRIEND OF SINNERS
Matthew 9:9-17
The name Levi indicates that Matthew sprang from a priestly line. He
had lost all self-respect to become the abhorred instrument of the
Roman government, collecting dues on the merchandise that crossed the
lake. But our Lord sees veins of gold and precious gems... [ Continue Reading ]
LORD OF LIFE AND DEATH
Matthew 9:18-26
No grief appeals to Christ in vain. He always arises to follow. Let us
as His disciples ever follow where He leads. We are permitted to be
His fellow-workers and to help by our sympathy, prayers, and faith.
This poor woman's faith was very imperfect. She bel... [ Continue Reading ]
THE MERCIFUL DELIVERER
Matthew 9:27-34
It is thus that the Master speaks to us: _Believe ye_ that I am able
to make you happy, though you are cut off from the light and gladness
of the world? _Believe ye_ that I am able to enrich you in poverty,
strengthen you in weakness, and raise you even out o... [ Continue Reading ]
PLANNING THE HARVEST
Matthew 9:35-38; Matthew 10:1-4
A new chapter in our Lord's ministry opens at this point. As He walked
amid the crowded towns and villages of Galilee, His heart was deeply
moved. His was the shepherd's nature, which, ever forgetful of self,
expends its all for the flock. Jesus... [ Continue Reading ]