Matthew 6:19-34 ESV

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:25-34

These verses, with the exception of the last, which should perhaps hardly be included, are very similar to the parallel passage, Luke 12:22-32 . It seems probable that in the differences Luke preserves the more original form . What their original position was is another question. Their immediate sequence in Luke to the parable of the rich fool is no doubt perfectly natural, and is accepted by most commentators as original; but the connexion with the context here is so close that,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:25-34

The condemnation of the toil of the world. These ten verses form one section and cover one subject. Its connection with that of the foregoing verse is pronounced. "Therefore," because of this, " I say unto you." We are not in any doubt as to it, and the fact guides us to the understanding of the principle that forms the basis of the section. Notice here four ways in which this section may be exhibited. I. THE CONDESCENSION — AN UNDIVIDED SERVICE IS CLAIMED ; BUT IT ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:25-34

Lessons of the fields. God has so constituted the natural world that it furnishes apt similes to illustrate spiritual things. I. THE FIELDS TEACH US TO BLESS GOD . 1 . They serve admirable material uses. 2 . They soothe and delight the sense. 3 . They serve high moral purposes. II. THE FIELDS TEACH US TO TRUST PROVIDENCE . 1 . As they illustrate our dependence. 2 . As they illustrate God ' s thoughtful care. III. THE ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:26

Parallel passage: Luke 12:24 . The less general term, "ravens", and the change of construction apparent in "which have no store-chamber nor barn," point to St. Luke having preserved the more original form of the saying. So also does the presence in Matthew of the Matthean phrase "heavenly." On the other hand, Matthew's "consider" (verse 28, vide next note) is perhaps more original. Behold ( ἐμβλέψατε ). Look on, use your natural eyes. In verse 28 "consider" ( καταμάθετε ), learn... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:26-28

The God of the fowls and the flowers. The point which seems to be prominently suggested here is this: Fowls and flowers represent the creatures and the adornments of the Father's house. Disciples represent the children of the Father's house. It is fair and forcible argument; it comes close home to us, by its appeal to our common everyday observations and experiences, that if the Father cares, in a very marked way, for the creatures and the adornments (show a mother's daily care to feed her... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:27

Luke 12:25 almost verbally. While Luke 12:26 insisted on the needlessness of anxiety, since, though birds show it not, they are provided for, Luke 12:27 insists on its uselessness, since after all it can effect so little. You wish to lengthen your life by it if only to a trifling extent; but you cannot do so. Which of you by taking thought ( Luke 12:25 , note) can add one cubit? "Hic videtur similitude petita esse a studio, quod erat trecentorum cubitorum: ἡλικία est cursus... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:28

Parallel passage: Luke 12:26 , Luke 12:27 . Luke's is longer and seemingly more original. But in the absence of external evidence, it must always be a matter of opinion whether Matthew has compressed the longer form of the words, or vice versa. And why take ye thought for raiment? In verses 25-27 our Lord had spoken of food; in verses 28-30 he speaks of dress. He insists on the needlessness (verse 28) and on the comparative uselessness (verse 29) of anxiety about it, since even the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:29

Luke 12:27 almost verbally. Even Solomon … was not . The Greek lays still more stress: "not even Solomon." Arrayed . The idea of splendour, which in modern usage is often attached to "array," is wanting in περιεβάλετο . The simple rendering in Wickliffe, "was covered" (Vulgate, coopertus est ), is less misleading. And so in Luke 12:31 . Perhaps ( vide Cart) the middle voice has its full reflexive meaning: Solomon with all his efforts failed. Like one of these . Even one,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:30

Luke 12:28 with slight differences. Luke's rather harder phraseology is in Savour of it being the more original form. Wherefore ; but (Revised Version). The Authorized Version is too strong for the simple δέ . If God so clothe . The insertion by the Revised Version of "doth" brings out the thought of the indicative mood and of the ever-presence of the action. Observe with the processes and the agencies in the development of these colours our Lord's advice has nothing to do; origin,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:31

Luke 12:29 has the difficult phrase, "Neither be ye of doubtful mind." Therefore take no thought ( μὴ οὖν μεριμνήσητε ). The shade of difference here and Luke 12:34 from Luke 12:25 cannot be expressed in an English translation. In Luke 12:25 a state of anxiety, here and Luke 12:34 : one anxious thought, is forbidden. read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:25-34

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:25-34

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:25-34

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:26

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:26-28

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:27

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:28

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:29

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:30

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 6:31

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