Matthew 22:18
“But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, Why tempt ye me, ye hypocrites?”
What does Matthew 22:18 mean?
In Matthew 22:18, the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible states, "But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, Why tempt ye me, ye hypocrites?" This verse occurs within a larger passage in which the Pharisees are attempting to trap Jesus with a question about paying taxes…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Perceptiveness of Christ: Recognizing Hypocrisy
The world is filled with various forms of deception, manipulation, and hidden agendas. Cunning words and insincere actions mask the intentions of many. In Matthew 22:18, we encounter a moment in the ministry of Jesus that exposes this reality in dramatic fashion: "But Jesus…
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Heavenly Father, As I approach Your throne in prayer, I am reminded of the words of Your Son, Jesus, who questioned the hearts of those who sought to entrap Him. In Matthew 22:18, we find Jesus perceiving the wickedness of those around Him and asking, "Why tempt ye me, ye…
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