Matthew Chapter 6

Matthew 6 Bible Verse

Explore this passage of Scripture with its full text and meaning. Read these 6 Bible verses from Matthew and discover their timeless wisdom.

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1. "Be careful that you don"t do your charitable giving before men, to be seen by them, or else you have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. 2. Therefore, when you do merciful deeds, don"t sound a trumpet before yourself, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may get glory from men. Most certainly I tell you, they have received their reward. 3. But when you do merciful deeds, don"t let your left hand know what your right hand does, 4. so that your merciful deeds may be in secret, then your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. 5. "When you pray, you shall not be as the hypocrites, for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by men. Most certainly, I tell you, they have received their reward. 6. But you, when you pray, enter into your inner room, and having shut your door, pray to your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. 7. In praying, don"t use vain repetitions as the Gentiles do; for they think that they will be heard for their much speaking. 8. Therefore don"t be like them, for your Father knows what things you need before you ask him. 9. Pray like this: 10. Let your Kingdom come. 11. Give us today our daily bread. 12. Forgive us our debts, 13. Bring us not into temptation, 14. "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15. But if you don"t forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. 16. "Moreover when you fast, don"t be like the hypocrites, with sad faces. For they disfigure their faces that they may be seen by men to be fasting. Most certainly I tell you, they have received their reward. 17. But you, when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, 18. so that you are not seen by men to be fasting, but by your Father who is in secret; and your Father, who sees in secret, will reward you. 19. "Don"t lay up treasures for yourselves on the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal; 20. but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consume, and where thieves don"t break through and steal; 21. for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. 22. "The lamp of the body is the eye. If therefore your eye is sound, your whole body will be full of light. 23. But if your eye is evil, your whole body will be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in you is darkness, how great is the darkness! 24. "No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be devoted to one and despise the other. You can"t serve both God and Mammon. 25. Therefore I tell you, don"t be anxious for your life: what you will eat, or what you will drink; nor yet for your body, what you will wear. Isn"t life more than food, and the body more than clothing? 26. See the birds of the sky, that they don"t sow, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns. Your heavenly Father feeds them. Aren"t you of much more value than they? 27. "Which of you by being anxious, can add one moment to his lifespan? 28. Why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow. They don"t toil, neither do they spin, 29. yet I tell you that even Solomon in all his glory was not dressed like one of these. 30. But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today exists and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, won"t he much more clothe you, you of little faith? 31. "Therefore don"t be anxious, saying, "What will we eat?", "What will we drink?" or, "With what will we be clothed?" 32. For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. 33. But seek first God"s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well. 34. Therefore don"t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day"s own evil is sufficient.

Key Themes and Application

Background

This chapter of Scripture reveals important truths about God's character and His relationship with His people. The 6 Bible verses in this passage offer wisdom that applies to our daily lives.

Main Message

This passage contains timeless wisdom that speaks to believers across generations.

Life Application

  • Read these verses slowly and prayerfully, asking God to speak to you
  • Consider how this passage applies to your current circumstances
  • Journal about what God is teaching you through this Scripture
  • Share these insights with friends or in a small group setting

Reflection Questions

  • What stands out to you most in these 6 Bible verses?
  • How does this passage challenge or encourage you today?
  • What is God inviting you to do or believe through this Scripture?
  • Who in your life needs to hear the message of these verses?

About These 6 Bible Verses

Reading the Bible is more than just checking off a task on your list. When you open these 6 Bible verses from Matthew, you are entering into a conversation with God that has spanned thousands of years.

This chapter of Scripture invites you to slow down and listen. The words on these pages have comforted, challenged, and guided countless believers throughout history. As you read this passage, remember that God speaks through His Word to meet you right where you are.

Many people find it helpful to read these verses multiple times. First, read to understand the overall message. Then read again to notice specific words or phrases that stand out. Finally, read once more asking God to show you how this Scripture applies to your life today.

Why Study This Passage?

For Personal Growth

These 6 Bible verses offer wisdom for your journey. As you meditate on this passage, God uses His Word to shape your character, deepen your faith, and guide your decisions.

For Group Study

This chapter provides rich material for discussion. Reading these Bible verses with others allows you to gain new perspectives and encourage one another in faith.

For Teaching and Preaching

Pastors and teachers find in this passage timeless truths to share. The themes in these verses speak to people of all ages and backgrounds.

For Prayer and Worship

Let these words become your prayer. As you read, turn the verses into conversations with God, thanking Him for His promises and seeking His guidance.

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