What does Matthew 5:48 mean?

Matthew 5:48 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 5:48 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.

46For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same?

47And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so?

48Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.

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