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Matthew 10:37
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Not Peace but a Sword
36A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.’37Anyone who loves his father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; anyone who loves his son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me;38and anyone who does not take up his cross and follow Me is not worthy of Me.
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He that loveth father or mother more than me, is not worthy of me; and he that loveth son or daughter more than me, is not worthy of me--(Compare Deu 33:9). As the preference of the one would, in the case supposed, necessitate the abandonment of the other, our Lord here, with a sublime, yet awful self-respect, asserts His own claims to supreme affection.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he that taketh not his cross,.... By the "cross", which was a Roman punishment, whereby malefactors were put to death, are meant all sorts of afflictions, reproaches, persecutions, and death itself; and particularly the ill will, hatred, and persecution, of near relations and friends, which must be expected by such, who bear a faithful testimony for Christ. Every minister of Christ, or professor of his name, has "his" own cross, his own particular afflictions, appointed by God, and laid on him by Christ, and which he should cheerfully take up, and patiently bear, for his sake. The allusion is to the custom of persons sentenced to be crucified, to carry their own cross, as Christ did his, and Simon the Cyrenian for him; and which our Lord here may have a respect unto, as well knowing what death he was to die, and that some of his disciples also would die the same death: wherefore Christ says, and followeth after me; led on by his example, to preach or profess the Gospel, submit to the ordinances of it, and cheerfully suffer for the sake of it, when called to it. If a man, who would be thought to be a disciple of Christ, is not willing to do all this, but, in order to avoid it, complies with his friends, conforms to the world, and turns his back on Christ; of such an one he may well say, he is not worthy of me; it is not convenient that he should stand among his disciples and followers.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
10:37-39 The cross was a Roman instrument of torture and execution (27:27-55). To take up your cross and follow Jesus involves loving him above all other things and being willing to follow him regardless of the physical or social consequences.
Matthew 10:37
Not Peace but a Sword
36A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.’37Anyone who loves his father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; anyone who loves his son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me;38and anyone who does not take up his cross and follow Me is not worthy of Me.
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Testimony and Challenge
By Gladys Aylward8.6K1:31:04TestimonyGEN 24:14MAL 3:8MAL 3:10MAT 6:33MAT 10:37MAT 22:39In this sermon, the speaker shares their personal experience of being in China and looking after mules while others listened to a woman named Jeannie tell stories about Jesus. The speaker emphasizes the importance of giving everything to God, just as Gladys Aylward did when she was called to go to China. They explain that God is not asking for bits and pieces of ourselves, but for our complete selves. The speaker also shares how they longed to know the women in the village but were bound to a small courtyard, until they decided to surrender themselves to God and buy a child, which eventually led to them having 40 children.
Do We Really Believe in Hell?
By K.P. Yohannan6.7K23:59HellMAT 10:37MAT 16:24LUK 9:23LUK 14:27JHN 12:251PE 2:211PE 2:24In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of reaching out to the billions of people who have never heard the name of Jesus and are on their way to hell. He encourages listeners to take responsibility and make a difference in the world. The speaker shares a story of how a simple gospel tract led to the establishment of a church and highlights the impact that even small actions can have. He also challenges the audience to examine their materialistic and self-centered lifestyles and consider how they can use their resources to support mission work.
What Is a Christian
By Alan Redpath6.0K43:42ChristianMAT 6:24MAT 10:37MAT 16:25ACT 26:281PE 3:17In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of being a businessman who was torn between pursuing worldly success and following God's calling. He emphasizes the importance of making a decision to fully commit to God and His gospel. The speaker uses the story of a tightrope walker and a boy in the crowd to illustrate the difference between intellectual belief and wholehearted commitment. He also shares a story about a grocer and his son to highlight the need to trust in God even when we can't see the way forward. The sermon encourages listeners to examine their own commitment to God and make a decision to fully surrender their lives to Him.
Becoming Familiar With the Presence of God
By Carter Conlon4.1K52:20Presence of GodMAT 10:37MAT 12:50MRK 3:31LUK 8:21JHN 14:15ROM 12:21JN 2:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus Christ as one's savior. He encourages the audience to make the decision to follow Christ and assures them that it will be the best decision they ever make. The preacher also highlights the violent nature of the cross, explaining that it represents the passion of God to save humanity. He emphasizes that the message of the cross should not be watered down or eliminated, as it is the only way to salvation. The sermon concludes with a passage from Mark 3:31, where Jesus declares that those who do the will of God are considered his family.
1996 Christian Youth Conference - Question and Answer
By Stephen Kaung3.5K1:10:32MAT 10:37MAT 28:19JHN 3:16ROM 10:9EPH 4:41JN 1:9In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal journey of surrendering his life to God and his decision to attend Bible school. He emphasizes the importance of counting the cost before following Jesus and the need to fully commit to discipleship. The speaker also discusses the struggle he faced in college and how God began to work through him to start a meeting in his city. He concludes by encouraging the audience to be honest with God and to offer themselves for service in whatever capacity God calls them to.
Must I Live
By Vance Havner3.4K25:25EXO 20:3MAT 10:37LUK 14:26ACT 5:29ACT 20:241CO 2:2REV 12:11In this sermon, the preacher discusses three verses from the Bible that present a challenge to believers. The first verse is from Luke 14:26, where Jesus says that anyone who does not hate their family and even their own life cannot be his disciple. The second verse is from Acts 20:24, where Paul declares that he does not consider his own life dear to himself, but rather focuses on finishing his ministry joyfully. The third verse is from Revelation 12:23, which speaks of overcoming the devil through the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony. The preacher emphasizes the importance of stewardship and recounts the story of his father, a faithful preacher who served God with plain faith. He contrasts the devil's way of valuing life with the example of Jim Elliott, a missionary who willingly gave his life for the sake of the gospel. The preacher concludes by highlighting the significance of serving Christ and glorifying Him, even if it means having nothing in the world's eyes but possessing everything in God's kingdom.
The Lordship of Jesus Christ
By Oswald J. Smith3.3K1:00:54Lordship Of Jesus ChristMAT 6:33MAT 10:37MAT 16:24MAT 22:37MRK 8:34LUK 9:23LUK 14:25In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power and comfort found in the name of Jesus. He encourages the audience to believe in Jesus and rely on him to overcome their fears and heal their broken hearts. The speaker also mentions the upcoming message on devil worship and expresses curiosity about seeing pictures of the devil. He then appeals to the television audience for support in keeping the telecast going, highlighting the importance of the program for those who depend on it for their spiritual life.
Road to Reality - Invest in the Harvest- Matt 7
By K.P. Yohannan2.6K25:59MissionsMAT 9:35MAT 10:16MAT 10:37LUK 19:10In this sermon, Brother K. P. Ohanan shares a powerful story from the mission field in India. He describes encountering a village where a man was possessed by hundreds of demons and chained to a tree. The villagers believed this was the only way to keep him safe. Ohanan emphasizes the desperate need for hope and freedom in India, where millions worship powerful demons. He highlights the importance of sharing the message of Jesus with those who have never heard, as the harvest is ripe for salvation.
How to Organize an Underground Church - Part 3
By Richard Wurmbrand2.4K28:50Underground ChurchMAT 5:11MAT 10:37MAT 16:24LUK 14:26LUK 14:33ACT 6:15ACT 9:16In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of evil and its opposition to good. He emphasizes that while the devil may make mistakes and is not almighty like God, he can still be a powerful force of wickedness. The preacher shares his own experience of communist torture and how it can be spiritually used to strengthen one's faith. He also highlights the importance of living in the present moment and not worrying about the future. The sermon concludes with a discussion on the resistance of liberal and modernist theologians to torture, questioning their lack of conviction in their beliefs.
(Genesis) - Part 6
By Zac Poonen1.8K1:00:23GenesisGEN 2:15GEN 3:16GEN 3:21PSA 22:15MAT 10:37ROM 5:202TH 3:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of hard work and discipline in the life of a believer. He references the example of Paul, who worked tirelessly and faced hardships to serve the Lord. The speaker warns against being deceived by those who do not work and rely on others for support, stating that they are not serving God but the devil. He highlights the biblical principle that if someone does not work, they should not eat. The sermon also touches on the consequences of not working, such as the increase of sin and evil in society. The speaker concludes by reminding listeners that God's rebukes always come with a promise of provision and hope.
Take Hold of Eternal Life (Compilation)
By Compilations1.8K09:09CompilationMAT 10:37MAT 28:19MRK 8:34LUK 9:23JHN 6:26ACT 1:8HEB 13:8In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of losing passion for seeking God and following Him. He emphasizes the importance of remembering the early days when there was a fervent pursuit of God through fasting and prayer. The speaker highlights the contrast between seeking entertainment and relaxation versus seeking the kingdom of God and promoting the things of Christ. He also discusses the example of Timothy as a faithful co-worker and urges the listeners to run away from the love of money and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness.
(Revelation) Revelation 13:1-13
By Zac Poonen1.8K1:01:11MAT 10:37LUK 21:19JHN 19:10HEB 6:12HEB 10:36REV 13:5REV 13:10In this sermon, the preacher discusses the limited period of three and a half years mentioned in the Bible. He refers to Daniel's 70th week and explains that this period of authority was given to the Antichrist. The preacher emphasizes the power of the tongue, stating that man's praise and rebellion against God are expressed through the mouth. He also references the vision of John by the sea, where he sees four great beasts representing different kingdoms, including Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, and the Roman Empire. The preacher concludes by warning about the rise of communism and the need for believers to be prepared for the challenges that may come.
Invest Your Life in the Harvest, Part One
By K.P. Yohannan1.8K25:59CompassionMAT 4:19MAT 8:1MAT 9:35MAT 10:16MAT 10:37LUK 19:10In this sermon, Brother K.P. O'Hannon shares a powerful story from the mission field in India. He describes a man who was possessed by hundreds of demons and was chained to a tree for his own safety. The village people would feed him with a stick, as he was worse than an animal. Brother O'Hannon emphasizes the desperate need for hope and salvation in India, where people worship millions of gods and goddesses. He highlights the importance of sharing the story of Jesus with those who have never heard, as the harvest is ripe for salvation.
A Greater Power
By Basilea Schlink1.6K04:35Radio ShowMAT 10:37MAT 16:24ROM 5:5ROM 8:35ROM 8:39ROM 12:21CO 13:13In this sermon, the speaker discusses the power of love for Jesus in overcoming affliction, temptation, suffering, and even death. The story of Father Maximilian Kolber, a priest martyred in Auschwitz, is shared as an example of someone who chose to die out of fervent love for Jesus. Despite being in a starvation cell, Father Kolber's love for Jesus was so strong that he did not scream or lose his mind like others. The speaker emphasizes that divine life, which is fueled by the love of God, is greater than any tribulation or affliction we may face. The sermon encourages listeners to cultivate a deep love for Jesus and to accompany him on his path.
The Impact One Life Can Have, Part Two
By K.P. Yohannan1.6K25:59BenevolenceISA 59:16JER 9:1MAT 5:14MAT 10:37MAT 16:24MAT 22:37LUK 9:23In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for believers to break free from the sins and distractions that hinder their relationship with God. He challenges the audience to consider how long they will continue to indulge in sinful habits before saying no to them. The speaker also highlights the importance of being aware of global issues and having a compassionate heart towards those who are suffering. He shares a powerful story of a young woman in a hostile community who faced persecution for her faith but remained committed to Jesus. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the impact of a devoted prayer life and the influence of a mother's faith on her children.
The Violence Revolution
By Winkie Pratney1.4K57:22MAT 10:37MAT 27:21MRK 15:15LUK 23:34JHN 3:16JHN 19:15ROM 5:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of paying attention to stories that are repeated four times in the Bible. He shares a personal anecdote about his mother repeating things to him multiple times to highlight the significance of repetition. The speaker then focuses on the story of Barabbas, a violent revolutionary, which is repeated four times in the Gospels. He suggests that this story holds great importance and encourages listeners to pay attention to it. The speaker also mentions the concept of God's judgment and the potential for a revolution if Christians do not obey God.
Lord, Abide With Us - Part 2
By Erlo Stegen1.4K1:17:50AbidingMAT 10:37MAT 27:35MAT 27:54MRK 15:40LUK 23:49JHN 19:25In this sermon, the speaker discusses the crucifixion of Jesus and the soldiers who took His garments. The soldiers played dice to determine who would get His seamless tunic, which was expensive and fit for a king. They realized they couldn't tear the tunic apart, so they decided to cast lots for it instead. The speaker emphasizes the power of the cross and encourages the audience to cling to Jesus on the cross until the end.
Knowing Him
By Anton Bosch1.2K41:41MAT 10:37LUK 14:331CO 1:18GAL 2:20PHP 3:7JAS 4:41JN 2:15REV 2:4This sermon delves into the profound message from Philippians chapter 3, emphasizing the need to prioritize knowing Christ above all else. Paul's example of counting everything as loss compared to the excellence of knowing Jesus challenges listeners to evaluate their values and willingness to sacrifice for a deeper relationship with Christ. The sermon highlights the danger of valuing worldly things over knowing Jesus intimately, urging a shift in priorities towards a genuine, experiential knowledge of Christ that transforms lives.
Do We Really Believe What We Say We Believe
By K.P. Yohannan93323:59BeliefMAT 10:37MAT 16:24LUK 9:23LUK 14:27JHN 12:251PE 2:211PE 2:24In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of reaching out to the billions of people who have never heard the name of Jesus and are on their way to hell. He encourages listeners to take responsibility and make a difference in the world. The speaker shares a story of how a simple gospel tract led to the establishment of a church and highlights the impact that even small actions can have. He also challenges the audience to examine their materialistic and self-centered lifestyles and consider how they can use their resources to support mission work.
Process of Becoming a Bride - Part 4
By Hattie Hammond89032:47Bride Of ChristMAT 10:37MAT 12:36MAT 24:12GAL 2:20EPH 5:16REV 5:9REV 19:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the urgency of the Holy Spirit's work in the world today. They highlight the acceleration of sin and ungodliness, with blasphemy against Jesus becoming more prevalent. Despite these challenges, the speaker reminds the audience of their privileged position as believers, having the opportunity to know and hear the voice of God. They emphasize the importance of not drawing back but fully embracing the price Jesus paid for believers to share in his throne. The sermon concludes with a call to learn to say "amen" to God's will, just as the worship in heaven is filled with adoration and affirmation of God's glory.
Loving Christ Supremely
By Zac Poonen89058:28PSA 73:25MAT 10:37MRK 12:30LUK 7:472CO 11:31TI 1:15HEB 3:131JN 4:19This sermon emphasizes the importance of developing a deep and pure devotion to Jesus Christ, focusing on the need to love Him fervently and to understand the depth of His forgiveness towards us. It challenges listeners to prioritize worshiping God above all else, to seek a genuine relationship with Him, and to be aware of both conscious and unconscious sins in their lives. The message encourages a humble and repentant heart, acknowledging the need for God's grace and the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome sin and grow spiritually.
Called to Discipleship (P3)
By K.P. Yohannan78823:17DiscipleshipMAT 6:33MAT 10:37MAT 16:24MRK 8:34LUK 13:24LUK 14:33HEB 1:7In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of responding to the needs of the world with compassion and action. He highlights the plight of millions of child laborers and challenges listeners to consider their response to such injustice. The speaker encourages believers to prioritize prayer and fasting for these communities and to sacrificially use their resources to reach the lost world. He also reminds listeners to live with an eternal perspective, making decisions in light of eternity. The sermon emphasizes the need for Christians to be Christ-like in their generation and to be a light and salt in the world.
The Mystery of Christ
By Stephen Kaung6911:12:31GEN 1:2MAT 10:37MAT 16:23MRK 12:30LUK 22:42ROM 11:36EPH 3:3PHP 2:5COL 1:27This sermon delves into the mystery of God and the church, emphasizing God's revealed plan for His beloved Son to head up all things. It explores the story of redemption from the restoration of the earth in Genesis to the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, highlighting the importance of surrendering all aspects of our lives to Christ. The sermon emphasizes the work of the indwelling Holy Spirit in guiding believers to bring every thought, emotion, and action to the feet of Jesus, aligning with God's eternal purpose for each individual.
Do You Love Me?
By Basilea Schlink66404:35Radio ShowMAT 10:37MAT 22:37MRK 12:30LUK 14:26JHN 14:21JHN 21:15REV 19:9In this sermon, Basilia Schlenk emphasizes the importance of loving Jesus above all else. She highlights the need to surrender our feelings, thoughts, and desires to Him, and to forsake all earthly attachments. Schlenk references the story of Jesus asking Peter if he loves Him in John 21, and applies it to our own lives, stating that only those who truly love Jesus will come to know His love and receive His blessings. She encourages listeners to consider what they may be missing out on by only giving Jesus a divided love, and urges them to wholeheartedly love Him in order to partake in the marriage supper of the Lamb.
Condition and Place
By Robert B. Thompson6371:18:00MAT 5:20MAT 10:37LUK 20:35ROM 13:11REV 3:4In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of growing for adoption and the end times. He references three verses, Romans 13:11, Ephesians (twice), and 1 Peter 1:5, which all speak about the future salvation and the redemption of the body. The preacher emphasizes that salvation is not just a spiritual concept but also includes the physical redemption of our bodies. He explains that attaining this redemption requires living in the spirit, putting to death the deeds of the body, and cooperating with God's power. The sermon encourages listeners to nurture their spiritual lives and endure to the end to be saved.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He that loveth father or mother more than me, is not worthy of me; and he that loveth son or daughter more than me, is not worthy of me--(Compare Deu 33:9). As the preference of the one would, in the case supposed, necessitate the abandonment of the other, our Lord here, with a sublime, yet awful self-respect, asserts His own claims to supreme affection.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he that taketh not his cross,.... By the "cross", which was a Roman punishment, whereby malefactors were put to death, are meant all sorts of afflictions, reproaches, persecutions, and death itself; and particularly the ill will, hatred, and persecution, of near relations and friends, which must be expected by such, who bear a faithful testimony for Christ. Every minister of Christ, or professor of his name, has "his" own cross, his own particular afflictions, appointed by God, and laid on him by Christ, and which he should cheerfully take up, and patiently bear, for his sake. The allusion is to the custom of persons sentenced to be crucified, to carry their own cross, as Christ did his, and Simon the Cyrenian for him; and which our Lord here may have a respect unto, as well knowing what death he was to die, and that some of his disciples also would die the same death: wherefore Christ says, and followeth after me; led on by his example, to preach or profess the Gospel, submit to the ordinances of it, and cheerfully suffer for the sake of it, when called to it. If a man, who would be thought to be a disciple of Christ, is not willing to do all this, but, in order to avoid it, complies with his friends, conforms to the world, and turns his back on Christ; of such an one he may well say, he is not worthy of me; it is not convenient that he should stand among his disciples and followers.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
10:37-39 The cross was a Roman instrument of torture and execution (27:27-55). To take up your cross and follow Jesus involves loving him above all other things and being willing to follow him regardless of the physical or social consequences.