Matthew 23-25, Psalm 69

About this episode

The episode discusses Jesus' teachings in Jerusalem, focusing on his confrontations with religious leaders and his call for faithfulness among his disciples.

There are aspects of tension, excitement, and confusion as Jesus continues to teach in Jerusalem following his triumphal entry. The Pharisees, Sadducees, scribes, and other experts of the law have already tested him with their inquisitions, but he didn’t fumble with answers in the slightest. On the contrary, his answers left the crowd in awe and wonder at his wisdom and judgment. Today, Jesus returns the favor by declaring seven woes upon the hypocrites who elevate themselves but weigh down others. Later, the disciples have questions about the future, and Jesus calls them to faithfulness and expectancy while waiting for His return.

People in this episode

Host: John Ross

Topics covered

• Jesus' teachings
• hypocrisy
• faithfulness
• expectancy
• Jerusalem
• triumphal entry

Keywords

• Jesus
• Pharisees
• Sadducees
• scribes
• woes
• faithfulness
• expectancy
• Jerusalem
• triumphal entry

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Matthew, Psalm 69

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