Charles Spurgeon Commentary Matthew 19:1-2

"And it came to pass when Jesus had finished these words, he departed from Galilee, and came into the borders of Judaea beyond the Jordan; and great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there." — Matthew 19:1-2 (ASV)

He had finished these sayings about forgiveness, and so He hastened to other work which was not finished. He was always on the move, and He departed from Galilee, which had received so much of His care, so that other regions might enjoy His ministry.

He now turned more to the south, into the regions of Judea beyond Jordan, and He did good at every turn. When He had finished speaking to the disciples, He began working deeds of grace in a new district, and great multitudes followed Him.

Always the crowd was at His heels, held both by His word and by His work. He was drawing near to Jerusalem and His foes were on the watch, but He did not restrain His works of mercy because of their jealous scrutiny; He healed them THERE.

The place of our Lord’s gracious work is worthy to be remembered. Where the need was, there the help was given.