Verses from Matthew

The virgin's son will be called Immanuel — God with us.

Matthew's whole Gospel is framed by God's presence: Immanuel here, "I am with you always" at the end.

From Matthew 1

Where do you need to know God is with you?

People live not on bread alone but on every word from God.

Jesus answered temptation with Deuteronomy 8:3 — God's Word sustains us.

From Matthew 4

The poor in spirit are blessed; theirs is the kingdom.

Knowing our need is the doorway to God's kingdom.

From Matthew 5

Jesus teaches His followers to be light in the world.

Our good deeds should point people to praise the Father.

From Matthew 5

Where can your light shine this week?

Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

Loving enemies reflects the Father's character.

From Matthew 5

The Lord's Prayer — a pattern for talking with the Father.

God's name, kingdom, and will come first; our needs are welcomed.

From Matthew 6

Forgive others as you have been forgiven.

Forgiveness received and given go together.

From Matthew 6

Where your treasure is, there your heart will be.

What we value directs our hearts.

From Matthew 6

Seek first God's kingdom and His righteousness.

Provision follows priority.

From Matthew 6

What does seeking first look like in your morning?

Jesus teaches about not worrying about tomorrow.

God gives grace for today's needs.

From Matthew 6

Ask, seek, and knock — and it will be given, found, and opened.

Persistent prayer trusts a generous Father.

From Matthew 7

Do to others what you would have them do to you.

The Golden Rule sums up the Law and the Prophets.

From Matthew 7

The one who hears and does Jesus' words builds on rock.

Obedience is a firm foundation for life's storms.

From Matthew 7

Jesus came for the sick, desiring mercy, not sacrifice.

Jesus welcomes sinners and calls us to mercy.

From Matthew 9

Not one sparrow falls apart from the Father; you are worth more.

God knows every detail of your life.

From Matthew 10

Jesus invites those who are weary to come to Him.

Rest is found in a Person.

From Matthew 11

What burden can you bring to Him today?

Take His yoke; He is gentle and humble in heart.

Jesus shares the load and teaches His pace.

From Matthew 11

Take courage — it is I. Don't be afraid.

Courage is built on Jesus' presence.

From Matthew 14

Deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow.

Discipleship means surrender.

From Matthew 16

Faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains.

Small faith in a great God is powerful.

From Matthew 17

Forgive not seven times but seventy-seven times.

Forgiveness without keeping count.

From Matthew 18

With God all things are possible.

Salvation and change are God's miracle.

From Matthew 19

Jesus came to serve and give His life as a ransom.

Service is the shape of Jesus' love.

From Matthew 20

Love God and love your neighbor.

All the Law hangs on these two commands.

From Matthew 22

Who is your neighbor today?

Those who exalt themselves will be humbled; the humble will be exalted.

God lifts the lowly.

From Matthew 23

Whatever you did for the least of these, you did for Jesus.

Serving others is serving Christ.

From Matthew 25

Not as I will, but as You will.

Jesus models honest, surrendered prayer.

From Matthew 26

Watch and pray so you don't fall into temptation.

The spirit is willing; the flesh is weak.

From Matthew 26

He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.

The resurrection proves Jesus keeps His word.

From Matthew 28

The Great Commission.

Go, make disciples — and He is with you always.

From Matthew 28