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Matthew 11:3
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Bill McLeod
Jack Hyles
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Anton Bosch
Favell Lee MortimerSummary
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- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
And said unto him,.... By the disciples he sent; this was the message they came with, and this the question they were to ask, and did, art thou he that should come? A "periphrasis" of the Messiah, well known to the Jews; for he had been spoken of frequently in the prophecies of the Old Testament, as the Shiloh, the Redeemer, the Prophet, and King that should come; particularly, by this circumlocution, reference seems to be had to Hab 2:3. "It shall surely come", , which may be rendered, "for he that cometh", or "is to come, shall come". So that the question in plain terms is, whether he was the Messiah? John could not be ignorant of this, who had seen the Spirit of God descending on him at his baptism, heard a voice from heaven, declaring him the Son of God; and had so often pointed him out to others, and had borne frequent testimonies that he was the Lamb of God, and bridegroom of his church: wherefore this question was put, not upon his own account, but his disciples, that they might have from the mouth of Christ a full and satisfactory answer, which would remove all their doubts and scruples, and attach them to Christ, now he was about to die, and leave them, than which nothing was more desirable to him. Though some have thought, that John's faith was somewhat slackened; and through his long imprisonment, he began to doubt whether he was the Messiah or not: and others have been of opinion, as particularly Dr. Lightfoot, that the reason of this message was, neither the ignorance and unbelief of John, or his disciples; but that John, with the rest of the Jews, having a notion of a temporal kingdom, and hearing of the mighty works of Christ, wonders that he himself was not delivered out of prison by him, grows impatient upon it, and asks, if he was the Messiah? And if he was, why did he suffer his forerunner and chief minister to lie in prison? or do we look for another, to release me, and set up this kingdom?
Matthew 11:3
John’s Inquiry
2Meanwhile John heard in prison about the works of Christ, and he sent his disciples3to ask Him, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?”
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Christ Is All - in Scripture
By Bill McLeod1.6K46:28Fulness Of ChristPSA 2:10PSA 40:7PSA 41:9MAT 1:21MAT 28:19MRK 14:62COL 3:11TIT 3:7PHM 1:1In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing Mark 16 and Luke 1 from the Bible. He highlights how Jesus reproached his disciples for their lack of belief in his resurrection and then commanded them to preach the gospel to the world. The speaker also mentions that some versions of the Bible omit miracles and end with Jesus' death on the cross, portraying him as a good man and advocate of peace. However, the speaker emphasizes that the Bible is truly all about Jesus and explores the significance of his ministry and his role as the Son of God.
Crucified With Christ
By Jack Hyles1.6K48:03MAT 11:3JHN 14:12GAL 2:20PHP 2:5PHP 3:201JN 4:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living and behaving like Jesus. He shares a personal anecdote about helping a young boy tie his shoe in an alley, despite being told there was no time for such acts of kindness in the church. The preacher encourages the congregation to let go of greed, envy, ambition, and easily being hurt, and instead focus on God's business. He highlights the urgency of spreading the love of Jesus and living a life dedicated to others.
The Danger of Loving a Theological System More Than the Savior
By Daniel L. Akin1.1K31:04Theological SystemPSA 5:5PSA 11:5MAL 1:2MAT 11:3MAT 22:341CO 8:1In this sermon, Danny Akin addresses the issue of extreme Calvinism and its negative impact on believers. He emphasizes the importance of loving Jesus and his church above any theological system. Akin encourages listeners to prioritize sharing the gospel with the lost and to approach others with grace and kindness. He also highlights the dangers of theological extremes, which can lead to a lack of balance, passion, and wisdom in ministry.
Compared View of the First Three Gospels, Etc.
By John Nelson Darby0The GospelsChrist's MinistryMAT 1:1MAT 4:17MAT 5:1MAT 9:35MAT 11:28MAT 28:19MRK 1:14LUK 3:23LUK 4:18John Nelson Darby discusses the distinct characteristics and purposes of the first three Gospels, emphasizing that Mark presents a chronological account of Christ's service, while Matthew focuses on the presentation of Jesus as the Messiah and the implications of His rejection. He notes that Luke, while generally following Mark's order, includes moral teachings that are unique to his Gospel. Darby highlights the importance of understanding the genealogies and the context of Christ's ministry, particularly in relation to Israel's expectations and the establishment of the church. He concludes that the Gospels collectively reveal the nature of Christ's mission and the unfolding of God's plan for humanity.
I Alone Am Left
By Anton Bosch0DEU 31:61KI 19:14ISA 53:3MAT 11:3JHN 6:68JHN 15:20PHP 2:21HEB 13:51PE 4:13Anton Bosch preaches about the common experience of despair and loneliness faced by many men of God throughout the Bible, including Elijah, Moses, Job, the prophets, John the Baptist, Paul, and even Jesus. He emphasizes that true Christians and leaders are not measured by popularity but by faithfulness to God, as demonstrated by the examples of Noah, the Israelites, and the small number of faithful individuals in various situations. Bosch encourages believers to find comfort in the promise of God's presence and faithfulness, even in times of discouragement, disappointment, and abandonment.
Luke 7:18-23. the Visit of John the Baptist's Disciples.
By Favell Lee Mortimer0MAT 11:3JHN 20:29ROM 10:171CO 1:182CO 4:4Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the importance of seeking guidance and clarity when facing doubts about Jesus as the true Messiah. He emphasizes the wisdom of confiding in experienced Christians rather than keeping doubts to oneself, as it can lead to uneasiness and danger. Mortimer highlights the compassionate nature of Jesus towards those who are eager to believe and know the truth, using miracles as a means to convince inquirers. He urges believers to witness the transformative power of the Gospel in people's lives as evidence of its divine origin, despite the various temptations and stumbling blocks to faith in Jesus.
- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
And said unto him,.... By the disciples he sent; this was the message they came with, and this the question they were to ask, and did, art thou he that should come? A "periphrasis" of the Messiah, well known to the Jews; for he had been spoken of frequently in the prophecies of the Old Testament, as the Shiloh, the Redeemer, the Prophet, and King that should come; particularly, by this circumlocution, reference seems to be had to Hab 2:3. "It shall surely come", , which may be rendered, "for he that cometh", or "is to come, shall come". So that the question in plain terms is, whether he was the Messiah? John could not be ignorant of this, who had seen the Spirit of God descending on him at his baptism, heard a voice from heaven, declaring him the Son of God; and had so often pointed him out to others, and had borne frequent testimonies that he was the Lamb of God, and bridegroom of his church: wherefore this question was put, not upon his own account, but his disciples, that they might have from the mouth of Christ a full and satisfactory answer, which would remove all their doubts and scruples, and attach them to Christ, now he was about to die, and leave them, than which nothing was more desirable to him. Though some have thought, that John's faith was somewhat slackened; and through his long imprisonment, he began to doubt whether he was the Messiah or not: and others have been of opinion, as particularly Dr. Lightfoot, that the reason of this message was, neither the ignorance and unbelief of John, or his disciples; but that John, with the rest of the Jews, having a notion of a temporal kingdom, and hearing of the mighty works of Christ, wonders that he himself was not delivered out of prison by him, grows impatient upon it, and asks, if he was the Messiah? And if he was, why did he suffer his forerunner and chief minister to lie in prison? or do we look for another, to release me, and set up this kingdom?