Matthew 13:53-58 As we come to chapters 14–18, we see that division continuing to intensify. The hostility to Jesus will only grow as he journeys closer to Jerusalem (cf. 16:21).…
Last week, we examined the Pharisees’ practice of ceremonial handwashing, and observed that in their attempt to keep the law, and in their attempt to keep the law from being…
Jesus and his disciples do not follow the Jewish traditions which the Pharisees teach are necessary for God’s blessing. But as Jesus will point out to them, they are following…
We look at two things today. First, keeping the Sabbath is one of God’s commands, and like all of God’s commands it will challenge us. But, also like all of…