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For the Son of Man came to save that which was lost.

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Christ's Mission Defines Worth

Commentators unanimously agree that this verse provides the ultimate reason not to despise fellow believers, especially the weak or seemingly insignificant. If the Son of God Himself came from heaven to seek and save the lost, it is profoundly arrogant for any person to look down on those for whom Christ died. Their value is established by His mission.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Matthew 18:11

18th Century

Theologian

For the Son of man, etc. This is a second reason why we should not despise Christians: because the Son of man came to seek and save them. …

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Matthew 18:10–11

19th Century

Preacher

The humble in heart, though judged to be fools among the ungodly, must not be judged so by us. Be careful that you do not despise one of these litt…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Matthew 18:11

16th Century

Theologian

For the Son of Man comes. Christ now employs his own example in persuading his disciples to honor even weak and despised fellow believers;…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Matthew 18:11

17th Century

Pastor

For the Son of man is come to seek that which was lost .
] This is another, and stronger reason, why these little on…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Matthew 18:7–14

17th Century

Minister

Considering the cunning and malice of Satan, and the weakness and depravity of human hearts, it is inevitable that offences will occur. God permits…

Thomas Aquinas

Thomas Aquinas

On Matthew 18:1–11

13th Century

Philosopher

Above, the Lord showed the glory to come in His transfiguration; here He deals with the route for attaining that glory.

This is divided into…

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