A large number of impostors came forward before the destruction of jerusalem, giving out that they were messiahs. Every neighborhood had one of them, the kid whose sole goal was to win the game at all costs. This view, which is based on an antisupernaturalistic bias and a misunderstanding of key sections of the text, must be rejected. They had suffered persecution and subjugation for many centuries and were at. Verily i say unto you, this generation shall not pass not the generation of men in general. Matthew 2428 macarthur new testament commentary series. The christian church put matthews book first because matthew often refers to the old testament. This controversial verse is in all three of the olivet discourse accounts. The context in chapter 6, jesus calls for simple piety and secrecy in almsgiving 6. Jun 17, 2018 likewise, as the disciples stumble throughout mark, one might worry that the wrong people have been entrusted with access to divine knowledge see mark 4. In both jesus instruction in the new testament matthew 24. Matthew did not write the first book about jesus life.
The sudden smiting of the gentile worldpowers is announced matthew 24. The uncertainty of the time provides motivation for the continued readiness of each generation of believers. Matthew collected taxes, but he became one of jesus 12 special friends matthew 9. It may also be going out of print since it is not available at westminster books and is.
Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesthe gospel of. Herodotus, the greek historian, said that three generations fill up a century the histories ii. Verily i say unto you, this generation shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled. The lost art of crossbearing this is the third part of matthews missionary discourse 10. They often resolve to be serious, hit the books and spurn the drugs, sex, smoking, drinking and hanging out that they have seen others doing. Matthew 24 then jesus went out and departed from the temple, and his disciples came up to show him the buildings of the temple. There was a time prior to the mid1800s when the most prominent interpretation of matthew 24 was from the preterite standpoint, and the dating of the book of revelation was believed to be at an earlier date than is now believed. Matthews gospel free bible commentary in easy english. In the minds of the jews of jesus day, the time was ripe for the messiahs coming. His individual commentary in the series is also available separately as a two volume paperback vol. In these verses, matthew collects a number of related sayings of jesus having to do with committed discipleship in the face of conflict. Jun 12, 2008 his individual commentary in the series is also available separately as a two volume paperback vol. Advance your knowledge of scripture with this resource library of over 40 reference books, including commentaries and study bible notes.
Are the abomination that causes desolation, the greatest tribulation, and the coming of the son of man past or future events. The great commandment is a great framework matthew 22. His own coming, and the end of the world, with the signs thereof, verse 2931. Truly i tell you, this generation will certainly not pass away until all these things have happened. Matthew 24 and the great tribulation reformed online. Matthew 24 the parable of the wedding feast 22 and again jesus o spoke to them in parables, saying, 2 p the kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave q a wedding feast for his son, 3 and r sent his servants 1 to call those who were invited to the wedding feast, but they would not come. The purpose of these spiritual endeavors is to do gods will. But this simple parable offers a counterbalance and reassurance in the face of such concerns. In this section, the transition from the ad 70 judgment of israel to that which it pictures, the second advent at historys end, occurs in matt. The time of the destruction of the temple, verse 32, etc. His commentary is distinctive in its emphasis on the socialhistorical context of the gospel. This is a significant concern of matthew since he is the only gospel writing who provides jesus missionary discourse, which limits the disciples ministry to israel.
Jesus is not talking to the gentiles in matthew 24. As one important feature of my commentary on matthew 2125, i will more fully draw out the transition occurring in matthew 24. Bray says presentday students of eschatology seem woefully ignorant of the writings of past theologians on these subjects. Are the abomination that causes desolation, the greatest tribulation, and the. We are to be concerned to please god rather than to win human approval. Likewise, as the disciples stumble throughout mark, one might worry that the wrong people have been entrusted with access to divine knowledge see mark 4. Mar 17, 2020 in this section, the transition from the ad 70 judgment of israel to that which it pictures, the second advent at historys end, occurs in matt. The macarthur new testament commentary, matthew 2428. For many shall come in my name, saying, i am christ.
Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. Matthew 24 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible. Matthew 24 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. Matthew 24 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Jesus, matthew, and olivet i am currently researching a commentary on matthew 2125, the literary context of the olivet discourse from matthews perspective. Generation in the literal sense, the reference being to the destruction of jerusalem. An old view abandoned today by many dispensational interpreters is that this generation in matt 24. Matthew 24 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Matthew 24 jesus left the temple and was going away, when. Did jesus wrongly predict a first century return in matthew. The glorious appearing of the lord visible to the nations, together with the regathering of israel as a nation are set before us next matthew 24. My research will demonstrate that matthews presentation demands that the olivet discourse refer to ad 70 matt.
Otherwise you have no reward from your father in heaven. Mcclintock and strong state that the phrase this generation in matthew 24. The destruction of the temple and city, with the signs preceding, verse 4, etc. Truly, i say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place. Like france and carson, keener is an outstanding exegete. Matthew 6 take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them.
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