Matthew
9:36 is an introduction of Jesus
sending forth his apostles. (When he saw
the crowds, he had compassion (pity) on them, because they were harassed and
helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.)
He
pities them, and was concerned for them. He was moved with compassion.
(1.) What moved this pity? They were lost and
did not know way.
(2.)
They were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. That expression is
borrowed from 1 Kings. 22:17; and it sets forth the sad
condition of those that are destitute of faithful guides to go before them in
the things of God.
Be
wise today and always – be moved to tell the truth about Jesus.
