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Blessed Are Those Who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness
The first four beatitudes all describe the needs of a disciple. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness” is the last in the series (Matt. 5:3–6). Jesus first said, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs …Read More
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The Wayside and the Rocks
Matthew 13 begins with three words: “that same day.” They summon us to connect the parable of the sower to the controversy described in the previous passage. Troubles began when Jesus healed a man rendered blind and mute by …Read More

Dan Doriani
Dr. Dan Doriani is senior pastor of Central Presbyterian Church in St. Louis, Missouri, and adjunct professor of New Testament at Covenant Theological Seminary.