Matthew 5:43

Love for Enemies

5:43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor’ 1  and ‘hate your enemy.’

Matthew 6:10

6:10 may your kingdom come, 2 

may your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Matthew 6:15

6:15 But if you do not forgive others, your Father will not forgive you your sins.

Matthew 6:17

6:17 When 3  you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face,

Matthew 6:21

6:21 For where your 4  treasure 5  is, there your heart will be also.

Matthew 12:37

12:37 For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.”

Matthew 13:16

13:16 “But your eyes are blessed 6  because they see, and your ears because they hear.

Matthew 19:19

19:19 honor your father and mother, 7  and love your neighbor as yourself.” 8 

1 sn A quotation from Lev 19:18.

2 sn Your kingdom come represents the hope for the full manifestation of God’s promised rule.

3 tn Here δέ (de) has not been translated.

4 tn The pronouns in this verse are singular while the pronouns in vv. 19-20 are plural. The change to singular emphasizes personal responsibility as opposed to corporate responsibility; even if others do not listen, the one who hears Jesus’ commands should obey.

5 sn Seeking heavenly treasure means serving others and honoring God by doing so.

6 sn This beatitude highlights the great honor bestowed on the disciples to share in this salvation.

7 sn A quotation from Exod 20:12-16; Deut 5:16-20.

8 sn A quotation from Lev 19:18.