Matthew 9:9 - 9:13
Gospel of MatthewSteve Gregg
In this passage, Steve Gregg discusses the story of Matthew, a tax collector who becomes a follower of Jesus. Gregg notes that tax collectors were widely disliked by the Jewish community for their association with the Roman government and their perceived greed. However, Jesus approaches Matthew and invites him to join his cause, demonstrating his willingness to associate with those considered outcasts. Through this encounter, Gregg highlights Jesus' message that all individuals, regardless of their perceived flaws and status in society, are welcome to repent and follow him.
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Matthew 9:14 - 9:15
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In this lecture, Steve Gregg explores Matthew 9:14-15, where Jesus is seen addressing the disciples of John the Baptist. Gregg notes the tendency with
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Matthew 9:16 - 9:17
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In Matthew 9:16-17, Jesus uses the analogy of putting new wine into old wineskins to explain that his teachings cannot be contained within the old rig
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In this segment, Steve Gregg interprets Matthew 9:1-8 where Jesus forgives a paralyzed man's sins. Gregg notes that Jesus' statement, "your sins are f
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