Blessed are…
This is special look at what are called the Beatitudes. Too often they are misunderstood, as is much of what Jesus would tell us. This is a very different look at what Jesus is saying in these verses.
I will make you…
The ministry of Jesus begins in Galilee of the Gentiles. This has special significance to Matthew, as will the calling of two set of brothers to something that will change their lives forever. And it will our as well.
Led by the Spirit to be tempted!
Following His baptism Jesus is led into the wilderness there to be tested. But unlike ancient Israel who failed their wilderness test, this test of the new Israel will not be the same.
The true Son, true Israel!
This is on the Baptism of Jesus Himself, by the Baptist. Just why is this baptism of Jesus necessary? Surely He doesn’t need to repent and subject Himself to what John is demanding?