The Pulpit Commentary on Matthew 11:16-24

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

The judgment of God.

The "generation" here rebuked is the race or succession of obstinately impenitent Jews headed and represented by the scribes and Pharisees. We are reminded—

I. THAT THE JUDGMENT OF GOD COMMENCES IN THIS WORLD.

1. The wicked are here convicted by the truth.

2. The condemnation of the wicked is the commendation of the good.

3. The providence of God has its rewards.

II. THAT THE JUDGMENT OF GOD WILL BE COMPLETED IN THE WORLD TO COME.

1. Justice is not fully vindicated in this world.

2. Tendencies of character will be considered in the judgment to come.

3. There will be a righteous apportionment of punishment to the degree of guilt.

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