Matthew 22:35

“Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked him a question, tempting him, and saying,”

"Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked him a question, tempting him, and saying," - Matthew 22:35
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What does Matthew 22:35 mean?

Matthew 22:35 (KJV) states, "Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked him a question, tempting him, and saying, Master, which is the great commandment in the law?" This verse is part of a larger passage in the book of Matthew where Jesus is being tested by religious leaders…

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The Lawyer's Challenge: Wisdom in Understanding Love

Matthew 22:35 (KJV) reads: "Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked him a question, tempting him, and saying..." This verse reveals a pivotal moment in the ministry of Jesus, where He is confronted by a learned scholar of the law—a lawyer. This encounter challenges not only…

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A Prayer for Discernment and Wisdom in the Face of Challenge

O Lord, our Eternal King, Creator of heaven and earth, we come before You today with hearts humbled and our spirits seeking Your guidance. As we reflect on Your Word, particularly the verse from Matthew 22:35, which states, "Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked him a…

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