Note for 20250604 - The Gospel of Jesus Christ - Part 130 - Mat 12 - Count Your Words
The Gospel of Jesus Christ
According to Matthew
Part 130 - Mat 12 - Count Your Words
Matthew 12:1-50 KJV
[1] At that time Jesus went on the sabbath day through the corn; and his disciples were an hungred, and began to pluck the ears of corn, and to eat. [2] But when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto him, Behold, thy disciples do that which is not lawful to do upon the sabbath day. [3] But he said unto them, Have ye not read what David did, when he was an hungred, and they that were with him; [4] how he entered into the house of God, and did eat the shewbread, which was not lawful for him to eat, neither for them which were with him, but only for the priests? [5] Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and are blameless? [6] But I say unto you, That in this place is one greater than the temple. [7] But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless. [8] For the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day. [9] And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue: [10] and, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath days? that they might accuse him. [11] And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it fall into a pit on the sabbath day, will he not lay hold on it, and lift it out? [12] How much then is a man better than a sheep? Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the sabbath days. [13] Then saith he to the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it forth; and it was restored whole, like as the other. [14] Then the Pharisees went out, and held a council against him, how they might destroy him. [15] But when Jesus knew it, he withdrew himself from thence: and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them all; [16] and charged them that they should not make him known: [17] that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, [18] Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; My beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, And he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles. [19] He shall not strive, nor cry; Neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets. [20] A bruised reed shall he not break, And smoking flax shall he not quench, Till he send forth judgment unto victory. [21] And in his name shall the Gentiles trust. [22] Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb: and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw. [23] And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David? [24] But when the Pharisees heard it, they said, This fellow doth not cast out devils, but by Beelzebub the prince of the devils. [25] And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand: [26] and if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand? [27] And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your children cast them out? therefore they shall be your judges. [28] But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you. [29] Or else how can one enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house. [30] He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad. [31] Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men. [32] And whosoever speaketh a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but whosoever speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come. [33] Either make the tree good, and his fruit good; or else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt: for the tree is known by his fruit. [34] O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. [35] A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things. [36] But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. [37] For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned. [38] Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee. [39] But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas: [40] for as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth. [41] The men of Nineveh shall rise in judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: because they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here. [42] The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here. [43] When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. [44] Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished. [45] Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation. [46] While he yet talked to the people, behold, his mother and his brethren stood without, desiring to speak with him. [47] Then one said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to speak with thee. [48] But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren? [49] And he stretched forth his hand toward his disciples, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren! [50] For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.
https://bible.com/bible/1/mat.12.1-50.KJV
Note for 20250604
In our passage through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we often extract only a little from each chapter. There is so much more to receive from the Word than these few morsels I share with you. We speak in a "pick a topic" kind of way. And today there is a great deal, many lessons and sermons can be had from it. I am always led to speak on that which is most often unspoken for its vicinity in the Word of GOD to other topics that are enormous, like the peril of blaspheming the Holy Spirit. But, our focus today is bordering on that important lesson, for if you mind what you say, you will also be careful not to blaspheme the Holy Spirit of the Almighty God.
Matthew 12:36-37 KJV
[36] But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. [37] For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.
https://bible.com/bible/1/mat.12.36-37.KJV
This makes me think of the famous saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never harm me." These two verses here showcase how silly mams sayings can be. How many times have we had to say, "I didn't mean what I said like that," (as you have received it.) No friends, words can cause more damage than stones, for the flesh can heal by nature, but the heart requires forgiveness or revenge. May it be the first.
We could have spoken about the return of an unclean spirit after going out and finding only dry places, but instead, we look at how what we say may return to us in judgment. For what the heart is full of, indicates also the occupancy of the heart, and our words will determine also what fruit comes forth from the tree.
Solomon wrote on this too, in the book of proverbs (which I am busy reading in my daily reading.)
Proverbs 12:23 KJV
[23] A prudent man concealeth knowledge: But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
https://bible.com/bible/1/pro.12.23.KJV
Proverbs 12:16 KJV
[16] A fool's wrath is presently known: But a prudent man covereth shame.
https://bible.com/bible/1/pro.12.16.KJV
Proverbs 11:13 KJV
[13] A talebearer revealeth secrets: But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
https://bible.com/bible/1/pro.11.13.KJV
And there are many more just like this. We will give account of every idle word, according to Jesus, and I wonder how much regret we might have then. Fact is, we have to deal with our words, either before it passes through our lips, or afterwards; and words are strange, for it rides the wind. Can it ever be taken back in?
I have written on words before, and because of its importance, I probably will again. "Count your words," prove them. Try the Spirit, if it be of GOD or an idle word. This requires self control, which is a fruit of the Spirit. But rather try it within, before it goes out to do harm. A man will be known by his words, whether he is a liar or a just man. A violent man reveals himself first by the words he speaks. Man exposes his heart by what he says, so it is best if we bridle the tongue, less judgment returns on us.
Is it not by the mouth Christ spoke of our Father, and made it known to us, what the Kingdom of Heaven is like? Is it not by the mouth we proclaim forgiveness, but also repentance of our foolish ways? Is it not by the mouth that Christ declared both healing and driving evil spirits out? The spoken word rides on the wind of the spirit sent out from us. Did GOD not breathe in mam for him to become a living soul? Did Christ not breathe on the Apostles, baptizing them with the Holy Ghost? In the tongue lies both life and death. Did Christ not overcome the cross and Paul not rise again after being stoned, proclaimed by the Word of GOD, for His purpose? Sticks and stone friends, that may be overcome, but words can linger around for generations, just as the blessings and curses of the Law of GOD.
Count your words, and let them count for good.
Selah, Shalom
(NOTE: If You feel that you want more, please take note that this here is basically just the notes for the Audio version of the Note. There is much more in the Audio and Video Versions of the Daily Notes)
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Psalm 23:5-6 KJV
[5] Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. [6] Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: And I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
https://bible.com/bible/1/psa.23.5-6.KJV
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