Mat 25:35 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Matt 25:35-36: 25:35-36 The deeds described here, often called “deeds of mercy,” were acts of compassion shown to the helpless (see Isa 58:1-12 ; Ezek 18:7 ; Jas 1:26-27 ). These good deeds are not attempts to merit God’s favor; rather, they arise from a love for Christ that results in compassion toward others (see 6:1-4 ).

a25:35-36►

bIsa 58:1-12►

cEzek 18:7►

dJas 1:26-27►

‏ Matthew 25:35

Summary for Matt 25:35-36: 25:35-36 ^a The deeds described here, often called “deeds of mercy,” were acts of compassion shown to the helpless (see Isa 58:1-12 ^b; Ezek 18:7 ^c; Jas 1:26-27 ^d). These good deeds are not attempts to merit God’s favor; rather, they arise from a love for Christ that results in compassion toward others (see 6:1-4 ^e).