Take no thought. That is, do not be anxious, or excessively concerned. (See Barnes on Matthew 6:26).

God would inspire them. This w…

It is not you that speak—The words are strong. Human thoughts and purposes seem as if utterly suppressed, and the inspiring agency alone i…

Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. But beware of men: for they …

St. John Chrysostom: To the previous topics of consolation, He adds another significant one. So that they would not ask, "How …

The verb “arrest” (GK 4140) is better translated as “hand over.” The subject is ambiguous: people, opponents, or Jewish leaders could be “handing o…

For it is not you that speak
Not but that they were to speak the words, and did; but then both the things they spoke…

Our Lord warned his disciples to prepare for persecution. They were to avoid all things which gave an advantage to their enemies, all meddling with…

The Lord instructed the Apostles concerning their office and their nece ary means of livelihood; but now He instructs them concerning their imminen…