Summary
Jesus begins by warning against judging others, illustrating hypocrisy with the parable of the mote and beam. He then exhorts listeners to ask, seek, and knock, assuring that God will answer those who do so. Jesus emphasizes the importance of giving good gifts to children as a reminder of God’s generosity. He commands love and reciprocity, summarizing the law and prophets in the principle of treating others as one would like to be treated. Jesus instructs believers to enter the narrow gate and warns of false prophets, revealing them by their fruit. He explains that those who profess faith but do not act will be excluded, while those who obey are likened to a wise builder whose house stands firm. Those who ignore the teachings are compared to a foolish builder whose house collapses, illustrating the consequences of disobedience. The chapter concludes with astonishment at Jesus’ authoritative teaching.