37-39: How could it be that the sheep would be unaware of their actions? This question has two explanations. First, true saints of any age are unassuming in their service to God. They do not give their alms to be seen. They serve the Lord because it is the right thing to do, and because…

33: Jesus sets the sheep on his right hand because that is a place of honor. Those on the right could expect to enter the kingdom. Notice that he makes this division before he announces his judgment. 34: The sheep are blessed by the father of the King. This is God the Father. The eternal…

31: The Son of man is, of course, the Lord Jesus Christ. The coming in glory with the angels refers to his second coming. This will occur at the end of the age, which the disciples had asked about. He will be coming to establish his kingdom on earth physically for one thousand years. The…