Christ as King: A Study in MatthewSample

What does it say?

Jesus told the parable of the wedding feast. He answered questions about authority, resurrection, and the Law. He then asked questions that silenced His opponents.

What does it mean?

The leaders who refused God’s invitation to eternal life collaborated to entrap Jesus. When asked which commandment takes priority, Jesus simplified the Law: love God with your entire being and show selfless love to others. Loving God means embracing Him with all that you are. The heart is the hidden spring of personal life and represents one’s true character. The soul is the seat of the will and purpose through which a person perceives and feels. The mind gives the ability to think, reflect, and reason. The whole person – with his heart, mind, and soul – is enabled to love by the power of God.

How should I respond?

How do you know if you truly love God? Think about the various parts of your life. Are your affections, life goals, and intellect set toward pleasing Him? When the preeminent purpose of your life is loving God, you’ll desire to please Him and put others before yourself. When love for God permeates your life, the love of God satisfies you and overflows to others (Romans 5:5). Will you examine the hidden parts of your personality and bring them before God? Ask Him to renew your whole being with His love.