Matthew 13:47-50 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like to a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind:… Here the mixture of good and bad is not attributed to an enemy, but is exhibited as resulting from the nature of the case. In fishing no selection is possible. We are here reminded that we are all advancing through life towards its final issue. This suggests — 1. Enclosure. 2. Enlargement. But the main points of the parable are — I. The TRUTH THAT THE NET GATHERS "OF EVERY KIND." The Church embraces every variety. This mixture arises from the manner in which the kingdom of heaven is proclaimed among men; publicly to all. But this mixture is at length to give place. On the shore a real and final distinction will be made and acted on. The test will be our value to God. (M. Dods, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind: |
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