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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it--another of those pregnant sayings which our Lord so often reiterates (Mat 16:25; Luk 17:33; Joh 12:25). The pith of such paradoxical maxims depends on the double sense attached to the word "life"--a lower and a higher, the natural and the spiritual, the temporal and eternal. An entire sacrifice of the lower, with all its relationships and interests--or, a willingness to make it which is the same thing--is indispensable to the preservation of the higher life; and he who cannot bring himself to surrender the one for the sake of the other shall eventually lose both.
John Gill Bible Commentary
He that receiveth you, receiveth me,.... This is said to comfort the disciples, lest they should conclude from this account of the sorrows, afflictions, and persecutions they were to meet with, that there would be none that would receive them and their message; Christ therefore suggests, that there would be some that would embrace the Gospel preached by them, and receive them kindly into their houses, and entertain them in a very hospitable manner: and, for the encouragement of such persons, who would risk their own goods and lives by so doing, he lets them know, that receiving of his disciples, was interpreted by him, a receiving of himself; and what they did to them, would be taken as kindly, as if done to him personally; and, in like manner, would it be understood and accepted by his Father: and he that receiveth me, receiveth him that sent me. To which agrees, what the Jews say (p) of the angel, in Exo 23:22 "If thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I shall speak": who observe, that it is not written, "that he shall speak", but "that I shall speak"; intimating, that , "if ye receive him, it is all one as if you received me": and the whole of this accords with a common saying among (q) them, , "that a man's messenger is as himself". The Jew (r), therefore, has no reason to reproach Christ and his followers as he does, as if it was the sense of these words of Christ, and which the Christians give of them, that Christ and his twelve apostles were but one person. (p) Shemot Rabba Parash. 32. fol. 135. 3. (q) T. Bab. Baracot, fol. 34. 2. Kiddushin, fol. 41. 2. 42. 1. & 43. 1. Bava Metzia, fol. 96. 1. (r) R. Isaac Chizzuk Emuna, par 2. sect. 14. p. 404.
Matthew 10:39
Not Peace but a Sword
38and anyone who does not take up his cross and follow Me is not worthy of Me.39Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for My sake will find it.
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Regeneration & Self-Denial
By Paul Washer13K1:08:59EXO 6:6ISA 52:11EZK 36:24MAT 6:33MAT 10:39MAT 13:44MAT 28:19In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of churches abandoning biblical terminology and relying on church growth methodologies. He emphasizes the need for truth that goes beyond factual evidence in a book. The speaker highlights the importance of the truth being empowered by the Holy Spirit and becoming a reality in one's life, particularly in relation to the cross, resurrection, and the power of the Holy Spirit. The sermon also challenges the idea of gradually introducing self-denial and discipleship to new believers, emphasizing the need for a genuine transformation and surrender to Christ.
My Own Resurrection
By Francis Chan4.6K33:17PRO 30:8MAT 10:39MAT 13:44LUK 9:23LUK 23:34ACT 2:38ROM 5:81CO 1:18REV 1:17This sermon emphasizes the power of God, particularly focusing on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the transformative impact it can have on individuals. It delves into the concept of surrendering to Jesus, highlighting the contrast between those who find the power of God compelling and those who struggle with the idea of surrender and judgment. The speaker shares personal stories and biblical references to illustrate the profound change that comes with accepting Jesus and experiencing His forgiveness and love.
A Widow Who Becomes a Channel of God's Power
By Otto Koning2.8K1:08:30Faith and ProvisionPower Of GodSacrifice for the GospelPRO 11:25MAL 3:10MAT 6:33MAT 10:39LUK 6:38JHN 12:24ACT 20:352CO 9:7PHP 4:191TI 6:18Otto Koning shares a powerful testimony about a widow who, despite her poverty, becomes a channel of God's blessings by committing to give everything above her basic needs to support missionaries. Through her faith and prayers, she experiences miraculous provisions as businessmen in her community prosper due to her intercession, leading her to give even more to missions. Koning emphasizes the principle that those who lose their lives for Christ's sake will find true life, illustrating this through the widow's story and his own experiences in the mission field. He challenges listeners to consider their own willingness to sacrifice for the sake of the Gospel and to trust in God's provision.
Asking the Tough Questions
By Eric Ludy2.2K07:30MAT 6:21MAT 10:39MAT 16:24MRK 8:34LUK 9:23LUK 14:33ROM 12:1PHP 1:21PHP 3:8HEB 11:6This sermon challenges listeners to examine what truly motivates them in life, whether it is the pursuit of material wealth (gold) or a deeper relationship with God. It questions the level of trust and obedience individuals have towards God, urging them to surrender fully and unconditionally. The speaker emphasizes the willingness to sacrifice personal comforts, reputation, and even life itself for the sake of serving God and advancing His kingdom.
Maintain the Connection - Part 1
By Hans Peter Royer2.1K40:40MAT 10:39JHN 12:25ROM 14:7In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining a connection with God throughout our daily lives. He highlights the trap of separating our spiritual life from our normal life and reminds us that everything we have is a gift from God. The speaker also addresses the belief that we have a right to physical health and prosperity, cautioning against the health, wealth, and prosperity movement. He then focuses on the teachings of Jesus about losing our lives for His sake and finding eternal life. The sermon concludes with a mention of upcoming topics, including hearing the voice of God and praying without ceasing.
Persecution and the Underground House Churches in Iran
By Edgar Reich2.1K39:09PersecutionMAT 10:39MAT 24:9MAT 28:19ACT 4:29The video discusses the testimony of a family in Iran who watched the Gospel TV broadcast on an illegal satellite station and prayed together to confess their faith in Jesus Christ. It highlights the persecution and challenges faced by Christians in Iran, where the government is committed to Islam's quest for world dominion. Despite the risks, believers in the underground church boldly share their faith with others, even in public places like buses, taxis, and shops. The video also shares an example of a believer who obeyed the Holy Spirit's leading to give a New Testament to a man he met at a traffic light, leading to the man's conversion to Christianity.
The Willingness That Precedes the Glory
By Carter Conlon1.9K59:27WillingEXO 35:21PSA 103:14MAL 3:10MAT 6:33MAT 10:28MAT 10:39In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of willingly offering ourselves to God's purposes, even in times of oppression. He draws examples from the book of Judges, highlighting the stories of Deborah and Barak, as well as Gideon. The speaker shares his personal conviction that his family will be a missions family for four generations, and that God will prosper them financially to support global outreach. He encourages listeners to trust in God's provision and care, reminding them of God's faithfulness to provide for the sparrows and the flowers. The sermon concludes with a reminder of God's promise to bless and protect those who faithfully serve Him.
We Must Die in Order to Live
By Hans Peter Royer1.8K26:00MAT 10:39JHN 12:24COL 3:3In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the verse John 12:24 where Jesus talks about the concept of dying to oneself in order to produce fruit. The preacher highlights the paradox that as Christians, we desire to be close to God, but in order to do so, we must be willing to let go of our own desires and preferences. The preacher shares a personal story of a man named Julio who experienced physical abuse as a child, which deeply affected his Christian life. The preacher also emphasizes the importance of obedience and faith in God's instructions, using the example of the man with the shriveled hand in Luke 4. Overall, the sermon encourages listeners to surrender their lives to God and trust in His plan for their lives.
Finn-04 Restoration of Israel in the Last Days
By Art Katz1.8K57:32RestorationISA 2:3ISA 6:9ISA 55:11ISA 66:8JER 30:7MAT 10:39ROM 11:11In this sermon, the speaker, who is a Jew from New York City, shares his personal journey of living in a remote location in North America. He explains that he was led by the word of the Lord to establish an end time teaching center to provide refuge for Jews in the United States during the time of Jacob's trouble. The speaker emphasizes the urgency of preparing for the coming calamity in Israel and encourages the audience to join a conference tour in Jerusalem to discuss this topic. He also mentions sending out copies of his message to biblical commentators and leaders for their input.
When Jesus Shows Himself
By Teresa Conlon1.5K1:00:15JesusMAT 10:39LUK 10:38JHN 4:24JHN 8:32JHN 14:6JHN 15:52TI 2:15In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of laying down our fears, resistance, and failures before God. He encourages listeners to turn to Jesus and receive his life-giving word, regardless of their past failures. The preacher highlights the need for a heart transformation rather than relying solely on performance. He also discusses the story of Mary and Martha from Luke 10, emphasizing the importance of responding to the truth when Jesus shows himself to us.
But Rather Reprove Them
By Jerry Mawhorr1.1K1:13:10MAT 10:5MAT 10:16MAT 10:22MAT 10:32MAT 10:39MAT 28:19JHN 5:35In this sermon, the preacher shares the story of Peter Cartwright, a Backwoods Methodist preacher who found himself stuck in an inn during a storm. Despite being surrounded by a party of people engaged in drinking and dancing, Cartwright decided to take a bold step. He joined the festivities but began by asking for God's blessing and then proceeded to pray with all his soul and body. His actions had a profound impact, as some of the partygoers fell on their knees and others fled. The preacher uses this story to emphasize the importance of reproving the world and not just separating from it. He encourages the audience to follow the example of Jesus and confront the world with the righteousness of God.
Persecution & the Cross
By Steve Gallagher1.1K04:28PersecutionMAT 10:39MAT 16:25LUK 9:23ACT 1:8ROM 8:18HEB 12:21PE 4:12In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a mindset focused on the eternal joy and purpose that comes from following Jesus. He references Jesus' instructions to his disciples to turn from selfish ways, take up their cross daily, and follow him. The speaker encourages believers to let go of their lives for the sake of Jesus, knowing that they will ultimately save it. He also discusses the upcoming persecution and suffering that believers may face, but highlights the incredible blessings and power that God will pour out on his people during this time. The speaker concludes by expressing excitement for a conference that will address these topics and encourage believers to embrace the joy set before them and despise the shame.
The Cost of Discipleship
By Erlo Stegen99556:24MAT 6:33MAT 10:39MAT 16:22MRK 8:34JHN 12:24In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of humbling oneself and denying one's own will in order to follow Jesus. He refers to Jesus' words to His disciples, where He calls them to come and follow Him, but only if they are willing to give up themselves. The speaker highlights the paradoxical nature of Jesus' teachings, where one must lose their life in order to gain it and go down in order to be uplifted. He shares a personal anecdote about a preacher who emphasized the need for suffering in order to receive blessings from God. The sermon concludes with a cautionary tale about a young man who missed out on the opportunity to become a disciple of Jesus because he was not willing to deny himself and follow Him.
The Key to the Vanquishing of the Power of Hell
By Ian Paisley93338:46MAT 10:39ROM 5:9REV 12:1In this sermon, the preacher describes a vision from the book of Revelation in the Bible. The vision depicts a woman clothed with the sun and the moon, with a cross on her head, who is about to give birth. Alongside her, a great red dragon with seven heads and ten horns is waiting to devour her child. However, the child is caught up to God and his throne. The preacher emphasizes the power of the blood and the word of God, as well as the importance of sharing the love of God with the world. The sermon also includes personal anecdotes about the preacher's experience of witnessing to others while swimming. The preacher warns about the devil's tactics to distract and harm the church, but assures that he will eventually be damned forevermore.
One Life Is Far Too Little
By Basilea Schlink80404:35Radio ShowISA 43:1MAT 10:39MRK 12:30LUK 14:33ROM 12:11CO 2:91JN 4:19In this sermon, the speaker reflects on her decision to enter a sisterhood and the criticism she faced for it. Despite the doubts and judgments of others, she finds immense joy and fulfillment in giving her whole life to Jesus. She emphasizes that Jesus wants complete possession of our lives and that His love is unmatched. The speaker encourages listeners to love Jesus exclusively and wholeheartedly, as only those who have fully given themselves to Him can experience His great and intimate love.
The Price to Become Fishers of Men - Part 2
By K.P. Yohannan68613:30Lost MankindMAT 9:35MAT 10:16MAT 10:39ACT 2:4ACT 2:38In this sermon, Dr. K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the urgency and importance of fulfilling the call of Christ to be fishers of men. He highlights the lack of concern and empathy within the church for the lost and suffering in the world. Dr. Yohannan challenges believers to embrace the cross of inconveniences and difficulties in order to fulfill the Great Commission. He references the book of Acts as a model for true discipleship, where believers are willing to sacrifice everything for the sake of the gospel.
So You Want Revival?
By Erlo Stegen6571:20:07MAT 7:21MAT 10:39JHN 4:13JHN 4:29JHN 7:37JHN 8:32JHN 8:36HEB 4:12This sermon reflects on the journey of a preacher who struggled with the depth of his commitment to the gospel, likening it to leaving home like death. The preacher's quest for true revival and the living water of the Holy Spirit is highlighted, emphasizing the need for genuine transformation and the revelation of hidden sins before God. The importance of encountering Jesus, who exposes our secrets and offers true freedom from sin, is underscored through the story of the woman at the well in John 4.
Lay Down Your Life!
By Basilea Schlink61904:35Radio ShowMAT 10:39MAT 16:24MRK 8:35LUK 9:23LUK 14:33JHN 12:251JN 3:16In this sermon by Basilia Shlink, the speaker shares a personal experience of building a chapel and motherhouse for a sisterhood. The project was challenging and demanding, but through prayer and commitment to Jesus, they found strength and joy in sacrificing their own lives for the work. The speaker emphasizes the importance of laying down one's life for the sake of Jesus and for the brethren, referencing the Bible verse 1 John 3:16. The sermon encourages listeners to embrace sacrifice and find blessings and abundant fruit in giving up and losing for the sake of Christ.
How to Become Satisfied
By Basilea Schlink55704:35Radio ShowMAT 6:33MAT 10:39PHP 4:11The video is a sermon on the topic of finding satisfaction and happiness in life. The speaker references Matthew 10:39, where Jesus says that those who lose their life for His sake will find it. The message emphasizes the importance of giving up worldly desires and making sacrifices for God, as this leads to experiencing God's loving intentions for one's life. The speaker encourages listeners to trust in God's power and to bear their cross after Him. The video concludes with an invitation to visit the website for more information and a free inspirational booklet.
Our Heavenly Vocation
By T. Austin-Sparks0DEU 8:3PSA 2:8PSA 91:11ZEC 4:6MAT 10:391CO 6:22TI 2:12T. Austin-Sparks delves into the biography of Jesus Christ written by the Holy Spirit, focusing on the interconnectedness of His baptism, anointing, and temptation. Drawing parallels from the Garden of Eden and Israel's history, he highlights the central question of living by Divine life or self-sufficiency. Through the three temptations faced by Jesus, the sermon emphasizes the importance of living by Divine life, the methods of fulfilling our vocation without compromising with the world, and the ultimate purpose of our vocation to reign with Christ in the Kingdom of God.
Exposition on Psalm 53
By St. Augustine0GEN 25:23MAT 10:39ACT 9:41CO 2:10GAL 4:19COL 1:24St. Augustine delves into Psalm 52, exploring the themes of acknowledging God's presence in times of pain and travail, the folly of denying God's existence, and the consequences of living in wickedness. He emphasizes the importance of seeking God and understanding His justice, especially in the face of corruption and evil beliefs. Augustine also reflects on Christ's crucifixion and the fear-driven actions of those who denied His divinity, highlighting the contrast between pleasing men and pleasing God.
Hating Our Own Life
By Zac Poonen0MAT 10:39MRK 8:35LUK 9:23LUK 14:26JHN 12:25Zac Poonen emphasizes the second condition of discipleship, which is to hate our own self-life as Jesus taught. This involves denying ourselves, taking up our cross daily, and putting to death the self-life inherited from Adam. Our self-life, also known as 'the flesh', is the main enemy of the life of Christ, tempting us to seek our own gain, honor, pleasure, and way. Jesus reiterated the importance of hating our own life six times in the gospels, highlighting the need to give up our rights, privileges, reputation, ambitions, and interests to truly follow Him.
The Life of Feeling
By Andrew Murray0Trusting God's WordFaith vs. FeelingsMAT 10:39JHN 11:40JHN 20:29ROM 4:192CO 5:71TH 2:13Andrew Murray emphasizes the importance of living by faith rather than by feelings, illustrating that true belief in God does not rely on personal emotions or experiences. He explains that many Christians struggle with the temptation to seek feelings as a confirmation of their faith, but true salvation and peace come from believing in God's Word alone. Murray encourages believers to focus on faith in Jesus and His promises, asserting that faith leads to a blessed life, while feelings can be misleading. He concludes by urging Christians to make a daily choice to walk by faith, trusting in God's faithfulness and love, regardless of their emotional state.
Christmas 365 Days a Year
By Jack Hyles0PRO 11:25MAT 10:39MAT 25:40LUK 6:38ACT 20:35ROM 12:10GAL 6:2PHP 2:4JAS 1:271JN 3:17Jack Hyles preaches about the true essence of Christmas, emphasizing the joy and fulfillment found in selflessly serving and giving to others. He shares heartwarming stories of individuals from his congregation who exemplified this spirit of generosity and compassion during the holiday season. Hyles challenges his listeners to embrace a lifestyle of living for others, not just during Christmas but every day of the year, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Jesus on selflessness and sacrificial love.
Deliverance From the Power of Darkness
By J.C. Philpot0ISA 9:2ISA 60:2ZEC 3:1MAT 10:39MAT 16:26LUK 22:53JHN 1:5EPH 5:11EPH 6:12COL 1:12J.C. Philpot preaches about the importance of being delivered from the power of darkness and translated into the kingdom of God's dear Son. He emphasizes the need for true religion to be all-encompassing, warning about the irreparable loss of the soul. Philpot delves into the meanings of darkness as ignorance, sin, Satan's influence, and eternal misery, highlighting the necessity of God's deliverance. He explains the process of being made fit for the inheritance of the saints in light through washing, justification, and sanctification. Philpot concludes by urging gratitude and thanksgiving to the Father for His merciful acts of grace and the transformation from darkness to light.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it--another of those pregnant sayings which our Lord so often reiterates (Mat 16:25; Luk 17:33; Joh 12:25). The pith of such paradoxical maxims depends on the double sense attached to the word "life"--a lower and a higher, the natural and the spiritual, the temporal and eternal. An entire sacrifice of the lower, with all its relationships and interests--or, a willingness to make it which is the same thing--is indispensable to the preservation of the higher life; and he who cannot bring himself to surrender the one for the sake of the other shall eventually lose both.
John Gill Bible Commentary
He that receiveth you, receiveth me,.... This is said to comfort the disciples, lest they should conclude from this account of the sorrows, afflictions, and persecutions they were to meet with, that there would be none that would receive them and their message; Christ therefore suggests, that there would be some that would embrace the Gospel preached by them, and receive them kindly into their houses, and entertain them in a very hospitable manner: and, for the encouragement of such persons, who would risk their own goods and lives by so doing, he lets them know, that receiving of his disciples, was interpreted by him, a receiving of himself; and what they did to them, would be taken as kindly, as if done to him personally; and, in like manner, would it be understood and accepted by his Father: and he that receiveth me, receiveth him that sent me. To which agrees, what the Jews say (p) of the angel, in Exo 23:22 "If thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I shall speak": who observe, that it is not written, "that he shall speak", but "that I shall speak"; intimating, that , "if ye receive him, it is all one as if you received me": and the whole of this accords with a common saying among (q) them, , "that a man's messenger is as himself". The Jew (r), therefore, has no reason to reproach Christ and his followers as he does, as if it was the sense of these words of Christ, and which the Christians give of them, that Christ and his twelve apostles were but one person. (p) Shemot Rabba Parash. 32. fol. 135. 3. (q) T. Bab. Baracot, fol. 34. 2. Kiddushin, fol. 41. 2. 42. 1. & 43. 1. Bava Metzia, fol. 96. 1. (r) R. Isaac Chizzuk Emuna, par 2. sect. 14. p. 404.