Matthew 23:38

“Behold, your house is left unto you desolate.”

"Behold, your house is left unto you desolate." - Matthew 23:38
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What does Matthew 23:38 mean?

"Behold, your house is left unto you desolate." This verse from the book of Matthew is part of a larger passage where Jesus condemns the scribes and Pharisees, the religious leaders of his time. In this passage, Jesus is denouncing the hypocritical and self-righteous behavior of…

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The Desolation of A House Left Without God

The words of Jesus in Matthew 23:38, "Behold, your house is left unto you desolate," resonate with a haunting reality that echoes across centuries. This verse, deeply embedded in the context of Jesus lamenting over Jerusalem, reveals profound insights not just about the physical…

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A Prayer for Restoration and Redemption

Heavenly Father, As we come before You today, we pause in reverence and humility, reflecting on the profound words of our Lord Jesus recorded in Matthew 23:38, "Behold, your house is left unto you desolate." This verse bears heavy significance, illuminating the dire state of our…

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