Lenten Season · Ash Wednesday · Year B
Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21
Giving to the Needy
February 10, 2027
Overview & Insights
“Your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” (Matthew 6:4)
Jesus expects his disciples to practice a covenantal piety that centers on a longing for God’s kingdom to arrive and strives to please God, not humans.
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Commentary
Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 Working Preacher
A close exegetical reading of the Ash Wednesday gospel.
An Ash Wednesday Meditation SALT Project
An ecumenical, progressive reflection for entering Lent.
Ash Wednesday Loyola Press · Sunday Connection
A Catholic reflection and discussion questions on the Ash Wednesday gospel.
Ash / Dust Sermons That Work · Episcopal Church
A ready-to-use Episcopal Sermons That Work sermon for Ash Wednesday.
Matthew 6 Enduring Word · David Guzik
A verse-by-verse evangelical commentary on the whole of Matthew 6.
Matthew 6:1-4 resources Precept Austin
In-depth evangelical study resources on the giving, prayer, and fasting sayings.
Classic commentaries on Matthew 6 BibleHub
Parallel classic commentaries on Matthew 6:1 gathered on one page.
Background & Word Study
Will This Be on the Test? Left Behind and Loving It
A word-by-word Greek reading of the Ash Wednesday text.
What is the connection between prayer and fasting? Psephizo · Ian Paul
Examines how Matthew 6 ties giving, prayer, and fasting together as acts of righteousness.
Matthew and Work Theology of Work
Reads Jesus' teaching on treasure and money in Matthew 6 for daily working life.
The Church Fathers
Sermons & Reflections
Worship & Prayers
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Why is Matthew 6 the Ash Wednesday Gospel?
Jesus teaches that giving, prayer, and fasting be done in secret before the Father, and that treasure be laid up in heaven, setting the tone for Lent.
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