Category: Commands of Yeshua the Messiah

The command to “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s” is one of Yeshua’ most well-known teachings on the relationship between faith and civic responsibility. It appears in all three Synoptic Gospels: In Matthew 22:15–22, the Pharisees and Herodians try to trap Yeshua with a political … Continue reading [CYM] 39.0 Render to God the things that are God’s

Yeshua commanded His followers to practice unlimited forgiveness, reflecting the boundless mercy of God. This is most explicitly taught in Matthew 18:21–22, when Peter asks: Then came Peter to Him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? Yeshua saith unto him, I say not … Continue reading [CYM] 38.0 Forgive Without Limit

Yeshua placed great value on humility and childlike faith, often using children as examples of the kind of heart that belongs in the kingdom of God. One of His most direct commands is found in Matthew 18:10: Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, that in … Continue reading [CYM] 37.0 Do Not Despise Little Ones