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And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him (Matthew … Continue reading
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And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in … Continue reading
So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in … Continue reading
Be careful not to do your “acts of righteousness” before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven (Matthew 6:1). Don’t be a poser. I know, sometimes that’s easier … Continue reading
Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect (Matthew 5:48). That’s setting the bar kinda high, don’cha think? Exactly Beloved, you know we can’t be perfect. I know we can’t be perfect. Jesus most definitely knows we can’t be … Continue reading
If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? … Continue reading
He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous(Matthew 5:45). It just doesn’t seem fair. Why should God treat us the same way he treats them? Why should … Continue reading
You have heard that it was said, “Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.”But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be sons of your Father in heaven (Matthew 5:43-45). Jesus … Continue reading
And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well. If someone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. Give to the one who asks you, and do … Continue reading
You have heard it said, Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.” But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also (Matthew 5:38-39). The concept … Continue reading