Bible Study - verse by verse #31

Matthew 10:23 Christ warned the disciples against premature martyrdom. They were to leave before the persecution got too great. We have plenty of work to do and many people to reach, our work won't be finished until Christ returns. And only after He returns will the whole world realize His true identity.
_______________________________________________


Matthew 10:25 Beelzebub was also known as the lord of of flies and the prince of demons. The Pharisees accuse Jesus of using Beelzebub's power to drive out demons. Good is sometimes labeled evil. If Jesus, who is perfect, was called evil, His followers should expect that similar accusations will be directed at them. But those who endure will be vindicated.
______________________________________________


Matthew 10:29-31 Jesus said that God is aware of everything that happens even to sparrows, and you are far more valuable to Him than they are. You are so valuable that God sent His only Son to die for you (John 3:16). Because God places such value on you, you never fear personal threats or difficult trials. These can't shake God's love or dislodge His Spirit from within you. But this doesn't mean that God will take away all your troubles. The real test of value is how well something holds up under the wear, tear, and abuse of everyday life. Those who stand up for Christ in spite of our troubles truly have lasting value and will receive great rewards.
______________________________________________


Matthew 10:34 Jesus did not come to bring the kind of peace that glosses over deep differences just for the sake of superficial harmony. Conflict and disagreement will arise between those who choose to follow Christ and those who don't. Yet we can look forward to the day when all conflict will be resolved.
______________________________________________


Matthew 10:34-39 Christian commitment may separate friends and loved ones. In saying this, Jesus was not encouraging disobedience to parents or conflict at home. Rather, He was showing that His presence demands a decision. Because some will follow Christ and some won't, conflict will inevitably arise. As we take our cross and follow Him, our different values, morals, goals, and purposes will set us apart from others. Don't neglect your family, but remember that your commitment to God is even more important than they are. God should be your first priority.