What is the meaning of the unforgiving servant?
After Peter asks Jesus how often he should forgive someone who sins against him, Jesus tells the story of a servant whose massive debt is forgiven by the king, but who refuses to forgive a smaller debt owed to him and is tortured for it. The theological implication is that God will forgive all sins, and you should too.
What is the meaning of Matthew 21?
Matthew 21 One gets the sense when reading that Jesus knew his time was coming to an end and after the confirmation moment of the transformation had pushed to teach all he could to his disciples. We see this even in chapter twenty where Jesus predicts his death that will come as he enters into Jerusalem.
Why did Jesus use a donkey and a colt?
There’s only one place in Scripture where a donkey and colt are mentioned together other than with regard to the triumphal entry into Jerusalem. That’s why Jesus needed both the donkey and the colt. They fulfill this prophecy.
Does Matthew 18 apply to marriage?
While some may not agree that Matthew 18 is applicable in Marriage, I have personally discovered that if one of the partners is willing to approach their spouse when a conflict arises, with the intention to to resolve the matter utilizing this method given to us by Jesus, there can be great benefit.
Is the church only a human institution?
Rooted in that profession of faith expressed by Peter, “you are the Christ, the Son of the Living God.” Jesus is the heart of the Church and it is Jesus that allows us to say the Church is Holy. But the Church is also very human, it has a human institution and structure. It exists within history and time.
What is the genealogy of the Book of Matthew?
The Book of Matthew begins with a genealogy tracing the line from Abraham (to whom the promises were made), through David (who became the first king in the line of the covenant promises), to Jesus Christ. This genealogy shows that the family of Joseph was in the line of the kings–that Jesus was the “son” of David.
What did Matthew do in Matthew 9?
— Matthew did the same thing in Matthew 9:9. He got up from his tax collector’s office and walked after Jesus. They left their jobs, they left their nets, they left their families, they left their priorities, they left their plans, they left their appointments, they left all kinds of things, to follow Jesus.
What does the king represent in the parable of Matthew?
The king represents God. We see in this parable that He is both just and merciful. He is willing to forgive sins and show mercy. At the same time, He wants us to show true repentance. And He will punish unrepentant sin. God is the final judge.