Welcome to another peaceful episode of the Sleepy Scriptures One-Year Bible. Tonight, we continue the Gospel of Matthew with chapters 16 through 23, read gently from the King James Bible and accompanied by calming background music to help you relax, reflect, and rest in God’s Word.
In these chapters, Jesus begins revealing to His disciples that He must suffer and die, teaching them about true discipleship and the cost of following Him. We witness the Transfiguration, hear the parables of the kingdom, and listen as Jesus lovingly warns against hypocrisy and pride. Each passage draws us closer to the heart of our Savior — humble, compassionate, and steadfast in His purpose.

Highlighted Verses:

• Matthew 16:24 — “Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.”
• Matthew 17:5 — “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him.”
• Matthew 18:20 — “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”
• Matthew 22:37–39 — “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind… Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
• Matthew 23:12 — “And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.”

As you listen tonight, may these sacred words bring calm to your spirit and draw your heart nearer to the Lord’s peace and wisdom.

God Bless.

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