Matthew 7:1-12

Jan 2, 2024

This podcast explores the theme of surpassing righteousness in Matthew 7:1-12. It delves into the impact of judging others and the concept of self-examination. Jesus emphasizes the importance of asking and our posture towards others and God. The chapter highlights the importance of treating others well and encourages listeners to join the ministry's team of supporters.

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Introduction

00:00 • 4min

Understanding Judgement and Discernment

04:23 • 3min

Judging Others and Self-Examination

07:21 • 6min

The Power of Asking and Our Posture Towards Others

13:43 • 3min

The Importance of Asking and Treating Others Well

16:38 • 3min

Matthew 7:1-12

“Do not judge, so that you will not be judged. 2 For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by your standard of measure, it will be measured to you. 3 Why do you look at the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? 4 Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ and look, the log is in your own eye? 5 You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother’s eye!

6 “Do not give what is holy to dogs, and do not throw your pearls before pigs, or they will trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces.

7 “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. 9 Or what person is there among you who, when his son asks for a loaf of bread, will give him a stone? 10 Or if he asks for a fish, he will not give him a snake, will he? 11 So if you, despite being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!

12 “In everything, therefore, treat people the same way you want them to treat you, for this is the Law and the Prophets.

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