John Trapp Complete Commentary - Matthew 6:31
31 Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? Ver. 31. Therefore take no careful thought, &c. ] From the afore named grounds, our Saviour here resumeth and enforceth the former exhortation. Sollicitudo est aegritudo cum cogitatione, saith the orator (Cic. Tusc. 4). Carefulness is a tormentful plodding upon businesses. It is, say divines, an act of fear and distrust, taking up not only the head, but chiefly the... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Matthew 6:33
Matthew 6:33Seek ye first the kingdom of God. The profitable pursuitI. What we are to seek.II. How we are to seek.1. First in time.2. First in attention.3. What are your desires?4. What are your exertions? These last two will reveal the object of your search.III. Why we are thus to seek these blessings.1. Though destitute, as we naturally are, of His kingdom and righteousness, if we seek them in the manner here required, we shall obtain them.2. Besides gaining this kingdom and righteousness,... read more