Matthew 24:10 Meaning

The fourth temptation or fourth sort of exercise of Christ’s disciples is the apostasy of professors when persecution arises for the gospel.

Dickson, David – A Brief Exposition of the Evangel of Jesus Christ According to Matthew (1651)

Matthew 24:10 Meaning – Then Shall Many Be Offended

This is a narrow trial when many who ran fast in profession with prosperity do turn their back on Christ when trouble comes; yet it must come to pass; for, Then, says he, shall many be offended; that is, stumble at Christ’s cross and forsake the true religion.

Dickson, David – A Brief Exposition of the Evangel of Jesus Christ According to Matthew (1651)

Matthew 24:10 Meaning – They Shall Betray and Hate One Another

Such professors as make apostasy from true religion shall be the chief adversaries of the true members of the Church, traitors and enemies; for of professors it is said, They shall betray and hate one another.

Dickson, David – A Brief Exposition of the Evangel of Jesus Christ According to Matthew (1651)