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Matthew 23:38
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Lament over Jerusalem
37O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling! 38Look, your house is left to you desolate. 39For I tell you that you will not see Me again until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.’ ”
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Steve Gallagher
St. Augustine
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Behold, your house--the temple, beyond all doubt; but their house now, not the Lord's. See on Mat 22:7. is left unto you desolate--deserted, that is, of its Divine Inhabitant. But who is that? Hear the next words:
John Gill Bible Commentary
For I say unto you, ye shall not see me henceforth,.... Meaning in a very little time after the passover, from the time of his crucifixion and death; otherwise they saw him many times after this, as in the palace of the high priest, in Pilate's judgment hall, and on the cross; but not after his resurrection. This shows the reason of their house being desolate, and in what sense it should be so, and immediately became so; namely, by being then directly, and ever after, destitute of his presence: and though they might afterwards seek for, and expect the Messiah in it, yet they would never be able to see him, nor throughout their long captivity: till ye shall say, blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord; that is, until the time comes, that the fulness of the Gentiles shall be brought in, and all Israel shall be saved, the Jews shall be converted, and seek the Lord their God, and David their king; when they shall readily and cheerfully say these words to Christ, who will then appear in his glory; which they were now displeased at in the multitude that followed him, and the children in the temple. Though some think this is said by way of threatening, since the rest that is spoken to them by Christ is of that sort, and regards the men of that generation; and is given as a reason of their house being left desolate: and the sense is, that they should never see him with joy and pleasure; since, though they would be obliged to confess that he was Lord and Christ, they would never say the above words to him in faith, and holy reverence of him. The Cambridge exemplar of Beza's, and the Persic versions, read, "in the name of God." Next: Matthew Chapter 24
Tyndale Open Study Notes
23:38 your house is abandoned and desolate: God would withdraw his presence from the Temple (Ezek 10:18-19; 11:22-23; cp. Matt 1:23), and both the Temple and Jerusalem would be destroyed.
Matthew 23:38
Lament over Jerusalem
37O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling! 38Look, your house is left to you desolate. 39For I tell you that you will not see Me again until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.’ ”
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Eternal House of Wisdom
By Steve Gallagher8001:01:18PRO 3:13PRO 9:10PRO 24:3MAT 7:24MAT 23:38LUK 12:20LUK 19:9JAS 3:17
This sermon emphasizes the importance of building an eternal house of wisdom by submitting to God's authority, word, dealings in life, and living out wisdom. It contrasts the rewards of following God's wisdom, which are eternal, deep, and meaningful, with the superficial and empty rewards of following worldly desires. The speaker urges the audience to make wise decisions, trust in God's blessings, and choose the path of righteousness over immediate gratification.
Exposition on Psalm 89
By St. Augustine0PSA 88:1PSA 89:34MAT 5:14MAT 23:38ACT 2:29ROM 11:1ROM 15:81CO 4:13GAL 3:11St. Augustine preaches about the faithfulness of God's promises, despite the challenges faced by His people. He highlights the change brought by Christ's resurrection and the reproaches endured by Christians. The Psalmist calls on God to remember the rebukes His servants faced and to uphold His Anointed. Despite blasphemies, the blessing of the Lord endures forever, and believers express gratitude for His mercy. St. Augustine urges unity in faith and respect for the Church as the Mother of believers, emphasizing the importance of honoring both God and His Church.
The Eternal Conception and Decision
By T. Austin-Sparks0God's Eternal PurposeThe House of GodEZR 6:3PSA 90:2ISA 66:1MAT 23:38JHN 4:14JHN 6:331CO 12:132CO 5:19EPH 3:19REV 21:3T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the eternal purpose of God in his sermon 'The Eternal Conception and Decision', focusing on the significance of God's house as a representation of His presence among humanity. He explains that while various aspects of Christianity are important, they can lead to division if the overarching purpose of God is overlooked. Sparks highlights that God's commitment is to His entire purpose, which is ultimately realized in Christ, who embodies the house of God. The sermon calls for a deeper understanding of God's eternal thoughts and the necessity of a Christ-consciousness among believers to fulfill God's desire for fellowship and unity. The message encourages Christians to recognize their collective identity as the house of God, built on grace and love.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Behold, your house--the temple, beyond all doubt; but their house now, not the Lord's. See on Mat 22:7. is left unto you desolate--deserted, that is, of its Divine Inhabitant. But who is that? Hear the next words:
John Gill Bible Commentary
For I say unto you, ye shall not see me henceforth,.... Meaning in a very little time after the passover, from the time of his crucifixion and death; otherwise they saw him many times after this, as in the palace of the high priest, in Pilate's judgment hall, and on the cross; but not after his resurrection. This shows the reason of their house being desolate, and in what sense it should be so, and immediately became so; namely, by being then directly, and ever after, destitute of his presence: and though they might afterwards seek for, and expect the Messiah in it, yet they would never be able to see him, nor throughout their long captivity: till ye shall say, blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord; that is, until the time comes, that the fulness of the Gentiles shall be brought in, and all Israel shall be saved, the Jews shall be converted, and seek the Lord their God, and David their king; when they shall readily and cheerfully say these words to Christ, who will then appear in his glory; which they were now displeased at in the multitude that followed him, and the children in the temple. Though some think this is said by way of threatening, since the rest that is spoken to them by Christ is of that sort, and regards the men of that generation; and is given as a reason of their house being left desolate: and the sense is, that they should never see him with joy and pleasure; since, though they would be obliged to confess that he was Lord and Christ, they would never say the above words to him in faith, and holy reverence of him. The Cambridge exemplar of Beza's, and the Persic versions, read, "in the name of God." Next: Matthew Chapter 24
Tyndale Open Study Notes
23:38 your house is abandoned and desolate: God would withdraw his presence from the Temple (Ezek 10:18-19; 11:22-23; cp. Matt 1:23), and both the Temple and Jerusalem would be destroyed.