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Not everyone who says to me, `Lord, Lord,` will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven; but he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.
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Obedience Over Oration
Commentators unanimously stress that mere verbal profession is insufficient for salvation. One can have correct doctrine, call Jesus "Lord," and even pray earnestly, but Jesus declares the true test is obedience. As Charles Spurgeon summarizes, "Practice is the true test, not words." True discipleship is demonstrated not just by what we say, but by a life that reflects the will of God.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Not every one that says, etc. He goes on to say that many, on the ground of that profession, will claim admittance into his kingdom. Many …
Not--but (ου--αλλ'). Sharp contrast between the mere talker and the doer of God's will.
19th Century
Anglican
He who does the will of my Father — The continued stress placed on the ethical side of religion, and on the worthlessness of confessing a …
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Baptist
Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven;
They were very sound in doctrine. They called…
If vv.15–20 deal with false prophets, vv.21–23 deal with false followers. Their cry of “Lord, Lord” (v.21) reflects fervency. In Jesus’ day it is d…
16th Century
Protestant
Not every one that saith to me, Lord, Lord. Christ extends his discourse further: for he speaks not only of false prophets, who r…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Not everyone that says to me Lord, Lord Not every one that calls Christ his Lord and Master, professes subjection to…
Christ here shows that it will not be enough to acknowledge Him as our Master, merely in word and tongue. It is necessary for our happiness that we…
13th Century
Catholic
He gives precautions concerning those against whom one should be on guard. Now, they are described by their profession as prophets.
But one …
