Matthew 18:20

"Again, assuredly I tell you, that if two of you will agree on earth concerning anything that they will ask, it will be done for them by my Father who is in heaven."

Key Reflection

This verse emphasizes the power of unity and agreement among believers. When Christians come together in faith and purposefully seek God's will, their prayers are powerful and effective, as assuredly answered by their heavenly Father.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 20. For where two or three, etc. This is a general assertion, made to support the particular promise made Mt 18:19 to his apostles. He affirms that wherever two or three are assembled together in his name he is in the midst of them. In my name. That is, (1.) by my authority, acting for me in my church. Joh 10:25; Joh 16:23 (2.) It may mean, for my service, in the place of prayer and praise, assembled in obedience to my command, and with a desire to promote my glory. There am I in the midst of them. Nothing could more clearly prove that Jesus must be everywhere present, and, of course, be God.

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