Jesus asks three questions in this passage to reveal what greatness really is. The meaning behind the questions is very important: 1. One must be strong in conviction (v. 7). 2. One must be able to deny self (v. 8). 3. One must realize his higher calling (vv. 9-15).
The Structure of Matt 11-12 I. 1. Unbelief: John the Baptist (11:2-19) 2. Unbelief: the towns of Galilee (11:20-24) 3. Belief: 'Come unto me' (Matt 11:25-30) II. 1. Unbelief: Sabbath controversy (12:1-8) 2. Unbelief: Sabbath controversy (12:9-14) 3. Belief: 'the hope of the Gentiles' (12:15-21) III. 1. Unbelief: the unforgivable sin (12:22-37) 2. Unbelief: an evil generation (12:38-45) 3. Belief: Jesus' true family (12:46-50)
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In 1975, working in the corporate world of New York City, the Lord mercifully saved Ron Shinkle. Shortly thereafter, the Lord led him to Grace Theological Seminary where he received his Masters of Divinity Degree. In 2003 he graduated with a Doctorate from Grand Rapids...