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Matthew 19

30 ‹But many› [that are] ‹first shall be last; and the last› [shall be] ‹first.›

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Matthew 19:30

‹But many› [that are] ‹first shall be last; and the last› [shall be] ‹first.›

Author: Augustine of Hippo
Posted on: 2022-11-13

City of God, book xx, ch. 5: Thus our flesh will be regenerated byincorruption, as our soul also shall be regenerated by faith. From this passage we learn that Jesus will judge with His disciples; whence He says in another place to the Jews, “Therefore shall they be your judges.” . Serm., 351, 8: In the number of judges therefore are included all that have left their all and followed the Lord. City of God, book xx, ch. 5: The same holds good, by reason of this number twelve, of those that are to be judged. For when it is said, “Judging the twelve tribes,” yet is not the tribe of Levi, which is the thirteenth, to be exempt from being judged by them; nor shall they judge this nation alone, and not also other nations. City of God, book xx, ch. 7: That He says, “An hundred fold,” is explained bythe Apostle, when he says, “As having nothing, and yet possessing all things.” For a hundred is sometimes put for the whole universe.

Author: Hilary of Poitiers
Posted on: 2022-11-13

The disciples had followed Christ in the regeneration, that is, in the laver of baptism, in the sanctification of faith, for this is that regeneration which the Apostles followed, and which the Law could not bestow.

Author: Jerome
Posted on: 2022-11-13

Because to forsake is not enough, he adds that which makes perfection, “and have followed thee.” We have done what thou commandedst us, what reward wilt thou then give us? What shall we have?”. He said not only, “Ye who have left all,” for this did the philosopher Crates, and many other who have despised riches, but added, “and have followed me, "which is peculiar to the Apostles and believers. Or it may be constructed thus, “Ye which have followed me, shall in the regeneration sit;” that is, when the dead shall rise from corruption incorrupt, you also shall sit on thrones of judges, condemning the twelve tribes of Israel, for that they would not believe when you believed. And that, “And every one that hath forsaken brethren,” agrees with that He had said before, “I am come to set a man at variance with his father.” For they who for the faith of Christ and the preaching of the Gospel shall despise all the ties, the riches, and pleasures of this world, they shall receive an hundred fold, and shall possess eternal life.

Author: John Chrysostom
Posted on: 2022-11-13

And this is not said that you should sit supinely, and let alone what may seem impossibilities; but considering the greatness of righteousness, you should strive to enter in with entreaty to God. Hom., lxiv: What was this “all,” O blessed Peter? The reeds, your net, and boat. But this he says, not to call to mind his own magnanimity, but in order to propose the case of the multitude of poor. A poor man might have said, If I have nought, I cannot become perfect. Peter therefore puts this question that you, poor man, may learn that you are in nothing behind. For he had already received the kingdom of heaven, and therefore secure of what was already there, he now asks for the whole world. And see how carefully he frames his question after Christ’s requirements: Christ required two things of a rich man, to give what he had to the poor, and to follow Him; wherefore he adds, “and have followed thee.”. He therefore said not the Gentiles and the whole world, but, the “tribes of Israel,” because the Apostles and the Jews had been brought up under the same laws and customs. So that when the Jews should plead that they could not believe in Christ, because they were hindered by their Law, the disciples will be brought forward, who had the same Law. But some one may say, What great thing is this, when both the Ninevites and the Queen of the South will have the same? Hehad before and will again promise them the highest rewards; and even now He tacitly conveys something of the same. For of those others He had only said, that they shall sit, and shall condemn this generation; but He now says to the disciples, “When the Soul of Man shall sit, ye also shall sit. "It is clear then that they shall reign with Him, and shall share in that glory; for it is such honour and glory unspeakable that He intends by the “thrones.” How is this promise fulfilled? Shall Judas sit among them? By no means. For the law was thus ordained of the Lord by Jeremiah the Prophet, “I will speak it upon my people, and upon, the kingdom, that I may build, and plant it. But if it do evil in, my sight, then will I repent me of the good which I said I would do to them;” as much asto say, If they make themselves unworthy of the promise, I will no more perform that I promised. But Judas showed himself unworthy of thepreeminence; wherefore when He gave this promise to His disciples, He did not promise it absolutely, for He said not, Ye shall sit, but, “Ye which have followed me shall sit;” at once excluding Judas, and admitting such as should be in after time; for neither was the promise confined to them only, nor yet did it include Judas who had already shown himself undeserving. Or, by that, “In the regeneration,” Christ designs the period of Christianity that should be after His ascension, in which men were regenerated by baptism; and that is the time in which Christ sat on the throne of His glory. And hereby you may see that He spake not of the time of the judgment to come, but of the calling of the Gentiles, in that He said not, “When the Son of Man shall come sitting upon the throne of his majesty;” but only, “In the regeneration when he shall sit,” which was from the time that the Gentiles began to believe on Christ; according to that, “God shall reign over the heathen; God sitteth upon his holy throne.” The whole body of Christians are indeed twelve thrones for the Apostles, but one throne for Christ. For allexcellencies are but one throne for Christ, for He alone is equally perfect in all virtues. But of the Apostles each one is more perfect in some one particular excellence, as Peter in faith; so Peter tests upon his faith, Johnon his innocence, and so of the rest. And that Christ spake of reward to be given to the Apostles in this world, is shown by what follows, “And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters” For if these shall receive an hundred fold in this life, without doubt to the Apostles also was promised a reward in this present life. Or; He holds out rewards in the future life to the Apostles, because they where already looking above, and desired nothing of things present; but to others He promises things present. But when He says, “He that has forsaken wife,” it is not to be taken of actual severing of the marriage tie, but that we should hold the ties of the faith dearer than any other. And here is, I think, a covert allusion to times of persecution; for because there should be many who would draw away their sons to heathenism, when that should happen, they should be held neither as fathers, nor husbands.

Author: John Chrysostom
Posted on: 2022-11-13

When He had then raised the spirit of all, and had persuaded them to feel confidence both with respect to themselves and to all the world, He added, that Many that were first shall be last, and last first. But this although it be spoken also without distinction concerning many others likewise, it is spoken also concerning these men and concerning the Pharisees, who did not believe, even as before also He had said, Many shall come from east and west and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob; but the children of the kingdom shall be cast out. Matthew 8:11-12

Author: Matthew Henry
Posted on: 2023-09-25

Though Christ spoke so strongly, few that have riches do not trust in them. How few that are poor are not tempted to envy! But men’s earnestness in this matter is like their toiling to build a high wall to shut themselves and their children out of heaven. It should be satisfaction to those who are in a low condition, that they are not exposed to the temptations of a high and prosperous condition. If they live more hardly in this world than the rich, yet, if they get more easily to a better world, they have no reason to complain. Christ’s words show that it is hard for a rich man to be a good Christian, and to be saved. The way to heaven is a narrow way to all, and the gate that leads into it, a strait gate; particularly so to rich people. More duties are expected from them than from others, and more sins easily beset them. It is hard not to be charmed with a smiling world. Rich people have a great account to make up for their opportunities above others. It is utterly impossible for a man that sets his heart upon his riches, to get to heaven. Christ used an expression, denoting a difficulty altogether unconquerable by the power of man. Nothing less than the almighty grace of God will enable a rich man to get over this difficulty. Who then can be saved? If riches hinder rich people, are not pride and sinful lusts found in those not rich, and as dangerous to them? Who can be saved? say the disciples. None, saith Christ, by any created power. The beginning, progress, and perfecting the work of salvation, depend wholly on the almighty power of God, to which all things are possible. Not that rich people can be saved in their worldliness, but that they should be saved from it. Peter said, We have forsaken all. Alas! it was but a poor all, only a few boats and nets; yet observe how Peter speaks, as if it had been some mighty thing. We are too apt to make the most of our services and sufferings, our expenses and losses, for Christ. However, Christ does not upbraid them; though it was but little that they had forsaken, yet it was their all, and as dear to them as if it had been more. Christ took it kindly that they left it to follow him; he accepts according to what a man hath. Our Lord’s promise to the apostles is, that when the Son of man shall sit on the throne of his glory, he will make all things new, and they shall sit with him in judgment on those who will be judged according to their doctrine. This sets forth the honor, dignity, and authority of their office and ministry. Our Lord added, that every one who had forsaken possessions or comforts, for his sake and the gospel, would be recompense at last. May God give us faith to rest our hope on this his promise; then we shall be ready for every service or sacrifice. Our Savior, in the last verse, does away a mistake of some. The heavenly inheritance is not given as earthly ones are, but according to God’s pleasure. Let us not trust in promising appearances or outward profession. Others may, for ought we know, become eminent in faith and holiness.

Verses that belong to this explanation: 23-30

Author: Ger de Koning
Posted on: 2024-04-04

The Disciples’ Portion
The event with the young man reminds Peter that they have left everything and followed the Lord. He is curious about the reward and asks Him about it. The Lord assures His disciples that their choice to follow Him will be richly rewarded. Now there is still rejection, but soon He will reign and then they may reign with Him. The throne and the twelve thrones speak of this. His throne is the throne of His glory, the throne that shall be established on earth in the glory of the kingdom of peace, when His glory shall cover the earth as the waters cover the bottom of the sea [Isa 11:9].

The thrones they will sit on relate to their reigning over Israel, that is to say their government over Israel. They will be distributors of blessings to Israel. That time of His reign and of their reign with Him the Lord calls “the regeneration”. This is seen in the regeneration of the earth. When creation is freed from the curse of sin [Rom 8:19-21], the earthly realm is renewed, born again [Ps 104:30].

Whoever gives away something to follow Christ will receive many times as much. It is not a question of compensating, a reimbursement of costs, but an abundant wealth as a reward for the little that has been abandoned. That will be enjoyed in the atmosphere of eternal life. That will be their life. That is the life that the rich young man wished for, but that he turned his back on because he did not follow Christ.

The Lord teaches that those who claim the blessing through external privileges will not receive it because of their wrong attitude towards Him. On the contrary, the blessing will go to those who had no part in it. They will inherit the blessing by sovereign grace. The Lord elaborates on this lesson in the following parable.

Verses that belong to this explanation: 27-30


🙏🏼 Prayer of the day

Thank God
God, You are worthy to be praised! When I look around me, I see hints of Your glory everywhere. When I look at the sky, I am in awe of Your greatness. And when I listen to nature, l am amazed at Your creativity. Nothing compares to You, and there is no one like You. Thank You for giving us glimpses of Your splendor! In Jesus' name, Amen.

👤 Bible character of the week



Jonathan

Role

Jonathan is a central figure in the First Book of Samuel in the Old Testament. He is the son of King Saul and a close friend of David. Jonathan is renowned for his loyalty to David despite the hostilities from his father Saul.

Historical Background

Jonathan was the eldest son of King Saul and thus the crown prince of the Kingdom of Israel. His friendship with David, who was later anointed king, plays a pivotal role in the biblical narrative of Saul's reign.

Significant Events

• Friendship with David: Jonathan formed a covenant with David and helped him escape several of Saul’s attempts to kill him. This shows his extraordinary loyalty and his renunciation of the throne in favor of David.
• Battle of Michmash: Jonathan demonstrated great bravery in a battle against the Philistines at Michmash, where he and his armor bearer played a crucial role.
• Conflict with Saul: Jonathan often found himself in conflict with his father Saul, particularly over his support for David. Despite pressure from his father and the danger to his own life, Jonathan remained loyal to David.

Importance

Jonathan is often seen as an exemplar of noble friendship and genuine loyalty. His story is a profound testimony of integrity and selflessness, as he put the well-being of his friend above his own claims and safety.

Relevance Today

Jonathan's story inspires selfless friendship and true loyalty. It shows that true character is often revealed in the willingness to set aside personal benefits for the good of others. His actions teach us that supporting justice and nurturing deep bonds are more important than personal gain or even hereditary rights.


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