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Bible Verse of the Day
Jan 17, 2026 6:46 PM

  Daily Verse Reflection

  Commentary on Matthew 7:15-20

  (Read Matthew 7:15-20)

  Nothing so much prevents men from entering the strait gate, and becoming true followers of Christ, as the carnal, soothing, flattering doctrines of those who oppose the truth. They may be known by the drift and effects of their doctrines. Some part of their temper and conduct is contrary to the mind of Christ. Those opinions come not from God that lead to sin.

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  Matthew 7:15 In-Context

  13 "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.

  14 But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.

  15 "Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves.

  16 By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles?

  17 Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit.

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