The Biblical Illustrator - Matthew 10:35
Matthew 10:35To set a man at variance against his Father. The year separation.I. That union of families in religion is desirable. Because all its members have the same interests at stake; they are all under substantially the same obligations; it promotes the happiness of a family, gives consolation in times of affliction, promotes the eternal welfare of all.II. That religion does, in fact, make a separation in families, It divides families at the Communion table; in respect of their prospects... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Matthew 10:34
Matthew 10:34Think not that I am come to send peace.I. Why it might naturally be supposed that Christ did come for the express purpose of sending peace on earth. Consider the way in which His kingdom was ushered into the world-”Glory to God,” &c. The tenor of much of His teaching, and the final result of the preaching of the gospel, would lead us to suppose it.II. That notwithstanding our natural thinkings on the subject Christ came, not to send peace. But a sword Christ’s own life an... read more