John Trapp Complete Commentary - Matthew 9:12
12 But when Jesus heard that , he said unto them, They that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick. Ver. 12. But when Jesus heard that, he said ] Hence we learn, that although it be a servile business, as Plato calleth it, and an endless piece of work, to make answer and apology to all slanders ( πασιν απολογεισθαι θεραπευτικον ); yet where God’s glory is interested, and the salvation of other men’s souls hazarded, we must endeavour the clearing of our names, and the righting... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Matthew 9:12
Matthew 9:12They that be whole need not a physician.The heavenly physicianI. Who neglect the heavenly physician?1. Those who depend for salvation upon their own good lives.2. Those who depend for salvation upon their religious duties.3. Those who depend for salvation upon their correct notions.II. Those who value the heavenly physician-“They that are sick.” A general invitation to this Physician. Reasons why some of you are still uncured. How will His medicine affect you? Think of His love. (C.... read more