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- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
Jesus said unto him,.... Directly, without taking time to think of it; and though he knew with what design it was put to him, yet, as an answer to it might be useful and instructive to the people, as well as silence and confound his adversaries, he thought fit to give one; and is as follows, being what is expressed in Deu 6:5. thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind; that is, with all the powers and faculties of the soul, the will, the understanding, and the affections; in the most sincere, upright, and perfect manner, without any dissimulation and hypocrisy, and above all objects whatever, for this the law requires; and which man, in his state of innocence, was capable of, though now fallen, he is utterly unable to perform; so far from it, that without the grace of God, he has no true love at all to God, in his heart, soul and mind, but all the reverse; his carnal mind is enmity against God, and everything that is divine and good, or that belongs unto him: and though this is now the case of man, yet his obligation to love the Lord in this manner is still the same; and when the Spirit of God does produce the grace and fruit of love in his soul, he does love the Lord sincerely; because of the perfections of his nature, and the works of his hands, and because of the blessings of grace bestowed, and especially for Christ, the unspeakable gift of his love; and most affectionately does he love him, when he is most sensible of his everlasting and unchangeable love to him, and when that is shed abroad by the Spirit; "for we love him, because he first loved us", Jo1 4:19 instead of, "with all thy mind", as here, in Deu 6:5 it is read, "with all thy might"; and which clause is here added by the Syriac, Persic, and Ethiopic versions, as it is in Mar 12:30. The Hebrew phrase seems to denote the vehemency of affections, with which God is to be beloved. Though the Jewish writers (s) paraphrase and interpret it, "with all thy substance", or "money"; and in the Misna (t), the following interpretation is given of the whole, ""with all thy heart", with thy imaginations, with the good imagination, and with the evil imagination; and "with all thy soul", even if he should take away thy soul; and "with all thy strength", with all thy "mammon", or riches; or otherwise, "with all thy might", with every measure he measures unto thee, do thou measure unto him; that is, as one of the commentators says (u), whether it be good or evil; or, as another (w), in every case that happens give thanks to God, and praise him. And certain it is, that as God is to be loved in the strongest manner we are capable of, and with all we have, and are; so always, at all times, under all dispensations of his providence, and upon all accounts, and for all he does towards, in, upon, and for us, (s) Targum Onk. & Jarchi in Deut. vi. 5. (t) Beracot, c. 9. sect. 5. Vid. Targum Jon. in Dent. vi. 5. (u) Bartenora in Misn. ib. (w) Maimon. in ib.
Matthew 22:34
The Greatest Commandment
33When the crowds heard this, they were astonished at His teaching.34And when the Pharisees heard that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, they themselves gathered together.35One of them, an expert in the law, tested Him with a question:
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Cost of Discipleship - Part 3
By Paris Reidhead6.7K23:25Cost Of DiscipleshipMAT 22:34In this sermon, the speaker discusses the impact of television and media on society. He mentions a quote from Dr. McLuhan, stating that the most important thing about television is not what is seen on it, but the fact that it exists and can be instantly viewed around the world. The speaker then turns to Matthew chapter 22 and Ephesians chapter 4 in the Bible. He focuses on the commandment to love God with all one's heart, soul, and mind, and emphasizes the importance of loving one's neighbor as oneself. The speaker highlights the need to spread the gospel to every person and to care for the well-being of others.
(I Am a Disciple of Jesus Christ) the Disciple and His Neighbors
By Denny Kenaston1.6K58:52Disciple of Jesus ChristMAT 6:33MAT 9:36MAT 22:34MAT 28:19JAS 1:22JAS 4:7In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of going out and sharing the good news of God's work in our lives. He encourages young people to not be discouraged by their lack of formal education, but to boldly proclaim what God has done for them. The speaker also mentions a Tate series on God's plan of salvation, which provides a more in-depth understanding of conversion and leading others to Christ. The sermon highlights the compassion of Jesus towards the lost and emphasizes the need for believers to have a glimpse into God's heart for redemption.
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.
Love Is the Big Thing
By Charles Leiter64025:25MAT 22:34This sermon delves into the importance of understanding and embodying the core commandments of loving God and loving others as the foundation of all other commandments in the Bible. It emphasizes that every sin is ultimately a lack of love and that true love, as exemplified by Jesus, is sacrificial and transformative. The sermon highlights how love automatically fulfills all moral commandments of God and how maintaining unity and love among believers is crucial in the Christian walk.
Ministry - the Fruit of the Spirit
By Paris Reidhead59234:37MinistryMAT 6:33MAT 22:34JHN 3:5ACT 2:38ROM 8:9ROM 13:10GAL 5:22In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that as humans, we are made in the image and likeness of God and that God loves us. He explains that love is not just an emotion, but a purposeful action to seek the highest good and happiness for ourselves and others. The preacher illustrates that our emotions are not under our control, but our thoughts and choices are. He references Matthew 22:34-40, where Jesus teaches that the greatest commandments are to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to love our neighbor as ourselves. The preacher concludes by highlighting that the fruit of the Spirit, including love, is not automatic, but requires our active participation as Spirit-filled believers.
Love, Authority, and War
By Phil Beach Jr.241:34:17Christian LifeAuthority and RebellionLove for GodMAT 22:34Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the significance of loving God with all our heart, mind, and soul, as taught by Jesus in Matthew 22:34-40. He explains that true love for God requires a transformation of the heart through the Holy Spirit, enabling believers to act in obedience to God's Word rather than being led by feelings. The sermon also warns against the spirit of rebellion that is prevalent in society, urging Christians to remain humble and accountable to God's authority. Ultimately, Beach encourages the congregation to rely on the strength of Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome life's challenges and to live a life that reflects their love for God.
The Life With Men
By Harris Franklin Rall0MAT 5:38MAT 22:34MAT 25:31MRK 8:31MRK 10:35Harris Franklin Rall preaches on the inseparable connection between religion and ethics in Jesus' teachings, contrasting it with the practices of his time. Jesus emphasizes that true religion leads to ethical living, encapsulated in the commandment to love God and love others as oneself. He prioritizes mercy and service over religious rituals, teaching that genuine brotherhood stems from faith in God as Father. Jesus exemplifies a life of sacrificial service, teaching that true greatness lies in serving others selflessly and that the essence of life is found in giving rather than receiving.
- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
Jesus said unto him,.... Directly, without taking time to think of it; and though he knew with what design it was put to him, yet, as an answer to it might be useful and instructive to the people, as well as silence and confound his adversaries, he thought fit to give one; and is as follows, being what is expressed in Deu 6:5. thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind; that is, with all the powers and faculties of the soul, the will, the understanding, and the affections; in the most sincere, upright, and perfect manner, without any dissimulation and hypocrisy, and above all objects whatever, for this the law requires; and which man, in his state of innocence, was capable of, though now fallen, he is utterly unable to perform; so far from it, that without the grace of God, he has no true love at all to God, in his heart, soul and mind, but all the reverse; his carnal mind is enmity against God, and everything that is divine and good, or that belongs unto him: and though this is now the case of man, yet his obligation to love the Lord in this manner is still the same; and when the Spirit of God does produce the grace and fruit of love in his soul, he does love the Lord sincerely; because of the perfections of his nature, and the works of his hands, and because of the blessings of grace bestowed, and especially for Christ, the unspeakable gift of his love; and most affectionately does he love him, when he is most sensible of his everlasting and unchangeable love to him, and when that is shed abroad by the Spirit; "for we love him, because he first loved us", Jo1 4:19 instead of, "with all thy mind", as here, in Deu 6:5 it is read, "with all thy might"; and which clause is here added by the Syriac, Persic, and Ethiopic versions, as it is in Mar 12:30. The Hebrew phrase seems to denote the vehemency of affections, with which God is to be beloved. Though the Jewish writers (s) paraphrase and interpret it, "with all thy substance", or "money"; and in the Misna (t), the following interpretation is given of the whole, ""with all thy heart", with thy imaginations, with the good imagination, and with the evil imagination; and "with all thy soul", even if he should take away thy soul; and "with all thy strength", with all thy "mammon", or riches; or otherwise, "with all thy might", with every measure he measures unto thee, do thou measure unto him; that is, as one of the commentators says (u), whether it be good or evil; or, as another (w), in every case that happens give thanks to God, and praise him. And certain it is, that as God is to be loved in the strongest manner we are capable of, and with all we have, and are; so always, at all times, under all dispensations of his providence, and upon all accounts, and for all he does towards, in, upon, and for us, (s) Targum Onk. & Jarchi in Deut. vi. 5. (t) Beracot, c. 9. sect. 5. Vid. Targum Jon. in Dent. vi. 5. (u) Bartenora in Misn. ib. (w) Maimon. in ib.