with him‖. (John 3:1-2.) Also see section, ―James the Brother of Y‘shua‖ under ―Matt 13:53-54 And when he
was come into his own country‖.
What exactly did Y‟shua mean when he said not to use ―idle‖ words?Let me begin by giving you the Biblical definition of the word ―idle‖ according to the Greek: ―Shunning the
labour which one ought to perform; or words spoken leisurely‖. Therefore, what Y‘shua was warning of in this
particular passage of Scripture, was how often man can be careless with what he says – which could very
well be offensive to others.
Also notice that man will give an account of these words on the Day of Judgment, signifying that YHWH
keeps careful records of all of our words. Look at what Psalms 139:4 says: ―For there is not a word in my
tongue, but, lo, O LORD, thou knowest it altogether‖. YHWH keeps accurate records!
Look at verse 35 above that speaks about the relation between our words and our heart. We speak what we
have in our heart. Even though man may try to cover up his heart, it will eventually be exposed by his verbal
communication. Just watch, sometime, a person who hits their thumb with the hammer; and notice what is
said. If they are using profanity, then their language indicates that their heart is not right with YHWH. There
are many verses in the New Covenant alone that deal with "corrupt communication‖. Eph 4:29 and Col 3:8
are just two examples.
In conclusion, a right relationship with YHWH will produce right and careful words. Have you ever wondered
why YHWH gave us two ears and one mouth? Perhaps it's because He wanted us to listen twice as much as
we speak.
12:38-39 An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign
―(38) Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from
thee. (39) But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and
there shall no sign be given to it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas:‖
It is a fact of Scripture that some generations end up cursed, while others are especially blessed. Those in
the position to receive the greatest blessings from YHWH and who fail Him, end up in the former category.
The other generation in Scripture that was cursed in such a fashion came out of Egypt. They received the
offer of the Kingdom and the written Torah. Those in Matthew's narrative receive the Kingdom offer and the
walking, talking, Torah – Y‘shua.
12:40-42 As Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly
―(40) For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three
days and three nights in the heart of the earth. (41) The men of Nineveh shall rise in judgment with this
generation, and shall condemn it: because they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater
than Jonas is here. (42) The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall
condemn it: for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold,
a greater than Solomon is here‖.
Y‘shua was actually referring to the time that he would spend in the underworld till his resurrection. This will
be discussed in detail in Matthew chapter 28.
12:43-49 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest,
and findeth none... Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation―(43) When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth
none. (44) Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he
findeth it empty, swept, and garnished. (45) Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more
wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first.
Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation. (46) While he yet talked to the people, behold, his
mother and his brethren stood without, desiring to speak with him. (47) Then one said unto him, Behold, thy
mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to speak with thee. (48) But he answered and said unto him
that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren (49) And he stretched forth his hand toward his
disciples, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren!‖