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The article discusses dreams in the Bible. Topics discussed include common portrayal of dreams in the Bible as a vehicle of divine revelation, dreams of Joseph in the Book of Matthew, and St. Paul the Apostle's visions in the night in the Book of Acts. Also highlighted are dreams in the bible that need interpreting.

The article discusses the community discourse of Chapter 18 of the Book of Matthew in the New Testament. Topics discussed include the Parable of the Lost Sheep wherein Matthew the Apostle called for the search of community members who have strayed, the Parable of the Servant Without Mercy which is about forgiveness, and verses in the Book wherein Jesus Christ offered instructions on how to deal with a problematic community member.

The article discusses the teachings of Jesus Christ based on the Book of Matthew in the New Testament. The Book of Matthew highlights the five speeches of Jesus which include the Sermon on the Mount, the Parables of the Kingdom, the Community Discourse, the Eschatological Discourse and the Missionary Discourse. The gospel aimed to present Jesus Christ as the wisest teacher.

The article discusses the mission discourse in chapter 10 of the Book of Matthew in the New Testament. Topics discussed include the mission of Jesus Christ to Israel, warnings about persecutions of Jesus, and assurances that people who were loyal to Jesus will be rewarded by God. Also highlighted is how the Book of Matthew incorporates three stages of the gospel history which are the teachings of Jesus, the oral tradition and the written gospels.

The article discusses passages in the Book of Matthew in the New Testament which focused on Jesus Christ's Sermon on the Mount. Topics discussed include portrayal of Jesus as the supreme teacher of righteousness, sermon's focus on the future in-breaking of the kingdom of God, and the pillars of Jewish piety which include almsgiving, fasting and prayer. Also highlighted are a series of sayings on discipleship and surpassing righteousness.

En celebración de la fiesta de la Epifanía, se discurre sobre los mitos de los Reyes Magos en la tradición cristiana a lo largo de la existencia de la Iglesia. Citando el Papa Benedicto XVI, el manuscrito histórico "Evangelio armenio de la infancia," los textos apócrifos y el texto del Evangelio de Mateo en la Biblia, el autor expresa duda con respecto al lugar de origen de los magos, a sus razas y a su número. Se afirma que no se sabe cuántos eran y que vinieron del sur de España, no del Oriente.

The article focuses on the trial of Jesus Christ as it is presented in the book of Matthew and other Gospels in the Bible. It discusses the accounts on Christ's trials which differ in details from the book of Matthew compared to each of the other three Gospels of Mark, Luke, and John. It details reflections on a study of trial narratives which elucidate theological and moral concerns of Christ and his adherents in the Gospel of Matthew.

Features a study of the use of the titles Son of God and Son of David in the Gospel according to Matthew. Markan passages adopted by Matthew; Matthean passages containing the Son of David title; Indication that Matthew takes considerable interest in the Son of David title; Use of the word Messiah in various ways by various characters in Matthew's Gospel; Apparent overlapping of the functions of the Son of David and the Son of God.

Focuses on the interpretation of the passage in the Bible between Matthew and Luke about the power of prayers and how God answers them. Absolute assurance of the promise of Christ; Interpretation of the Bible; Versions of the books in the New Testament. INSET: Two Ways to Answer a Prayer..

The article provides biblical passages from the Gospel according to St. Matthew through better preaching. It highlight Jesus Christ's lack of home, his parable on vineyard tenants and the story of the foolish bridesmaids. It also notes the book "Civilization and its Discontents" by Sigmund Freud which outlines the grandiose commandment which involves his view towards love.

The article presents a spiritual reflection on Matthew's Passion. It tackles the significance of the impending sacrificial death of Jesus, the relevance of the reading of the Passion on Palm Sunday, and the need to integrate women and the laity into church leadership which will eventually create a model that represents the body of the church.

The article explains the gospel reading Matthew 22:1-14 in which Jesus was found in the Temple warning the chief priests and elders that their time is running out. Topics include Israel leaders' rejection of the invitation by Jesus in the parable, a description of the parable's surprise ending, and the appearance of this version of the parable in gospel readings Luke 14:15-24 and Thomas 64:1-5.

The article explains the gospel reading Matthew 21:33-43 or the Parable of the Tenants. Topics include the focus of the gospel on the parable of two sons wherein Jesus accused Israel's leaders of faithlessness, Jesus' pushing of his polemic further in the parable, and the challenge of the parable to anyone with a position of leadership in the church.

The article presents a sermon given by Pastor Michael Lippard from St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Franklin, Tennessee, on May 6, 2013. He discusses a course in music therapy, importance of music therapy, and the history of music therapy as written in the Bible. Particular focus is also given to the Gospel of Matthew and Holy Communion.

The article presents a study guide about the discourses of the Book of Matthew in the New Testament. Some of topics in reflection questions include link between the discourses and the theology of Matthew's gospel, key elements of righteousness, and features of Jesus Christ's mission discourse. Also mentioned are suggestions for further reading.

The article presents two meditations on the Biblical lectionary passages for February 27 and March 6, 2011. The author focuses on the New Testament Gospel passages of Matthew 6:24-34 and Matthew 17:1-9, which addresses Jesus Christ's teachings on how not to worry about money and wealth and the events of the Transfiguration.

The article offers the author's view on a hidden yeast similar to the kingdom of heaven as depicted in Matthew 13:13. He mentions that the kingdom which Jesus Christ considers as the sign of God's dominance. An overview of Saint Paul's comparison of baptism to drowning as represented in Romans 6: 3-4 is also presented.

The article presents two reflections on the biblical lectionary passages of Matthew 15 and 16. The first focuses on the interaction between Jesus and the Canaanite woman, discussing the context of doctrines of uncleanness. The second centers on the apostles' declaration of Jesus' Messianic role as illustrated at Caesarea Philippi.

The article focuses on the bible passage taken from the book of Matthew, which takes account on the wonderful story of the wise men who seek for the infant Jesus with the guidance of the holy spirit. It recounts on the ulterior motive of Herod to kill the child who was prophesied to be the Messiah. However, it mentions that God had protected the Child Jesus by warning the wise men not return to Herod.

Features a reflection of Matthew's gospel on Jesus' parable of two sons who worked in the vineyard. Biblical and theological comments; Moral lesson.

The author reflects on the Bible passage Matthew 12: 18, which states You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My Church. He believes that one of the most shocking but welcome aspects of the Bible is how often power is challenged. He also explains how the passage has significance both for its historical context and subsequent Christian interpretation. In addition, the author discusses the implications of the passage for human leadership in the church.

The article discusses research relating to the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh given to the baby Jesus by the Three Wise Men, or magi, in the Gospel of Matthew in the Bible. The author discusses interpretations of the spiritual symbolism of the gifts and the practical nature of the gifts, including the use of frankincense in the treatment of arthritis.

The article presents the author's interpretation of the reading from Matthew 16:18 which discusses Simon Peter as the rock upon which the church of Christ will stand. He reminds the people that Jesus Christ is the ultimate source of Christian hope and that God can transform anyone just like wavering Simon into Peter the rock. INSET: Praying With Scripture.

The article reflects on Saint Matthew's Missionary Mandate with respect to structure, theme and imagery. With regards to structure, Matthew employs a method called inclusio, by which he begins and ends his gospel with a common element. He treats baptism at both the beginning and the end of Jesus' ministry. In regard to theme, Matthew finishes his work with the conversion of the world.

Presents a spiritual reflection on the narrative of Epiphany based on the Gospel of Matthew. Description of the context when Isaiah 60 was recited; Comparison between Jerusalem and Bethlehem; Correlation between the Book of Micah and Isaiah 60.