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The teachings of Jesus are presented in a thematic way. It was used to teach new converts about Jesus because it is the fullest and most systematic account of His life and message. The purposes of Matthew were evangelism and discipleship, the twin aspects of the Great Commission.

other at all. But, vv. 5, 6, 15, 1 Cor. 5:1–12, and 1 Jn. 4:1–6 show that Jesus was assuming that believers evaluate one another spiritually. One’s attitude and motives are the keys (cf. Gal. 6:1; Rom. 2:1–11; 14:1–23; James 4:11–12). “judge” This Greek word is the etymological source for our English word “critic.” Another form of this same root in v. 5 is translated “hypocrite.” It seems to imply a critical, judgmental, self-righteous spirit which judges others more severely than it does itself.
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