Though Matthew Henry was physically weak, that was well compensated for by his intellect and character. He devoted himself to studying God’s word and produced Matthew Henry’s Commentary of the Bible. Charles Spurgeon, known as “the Prince of Preachers” spoke glowingly about it – “Suitable to everybody, instructive to all.” He further went on to say that every minister of the gospel should read through the commentary at least once in their lifetime. Matthew Henry’s devotion to study left for Christians of all generation a rich treasury of divine knowledge.

“…The scripture still affords new things, to those who search it.” God’s word is like hidden treasures tucked away in the belly of the earth, reserved for those who painstakingly dig it without getting tired.

Jesus admonished the people to search the scriptures. Through studying God’s word, a revelation of His person will dawn in our hearts. There remains no better way of knowing the Lord apart from His word. God’s word is God’s will and ways. The more we search it, the more enlightened we become of the divine path. If we fail at searching the word, we will surely fail at walking closely with the Lord. We should lay aside every distraction and focus on the word of life. God’s word is both timeless and inexhaustible. Matthew Henry once said to fellow pastors: “Take heed of growing remiss in your work. Take pains while you live…The scripture still affords new things, to those who search it.” God’s word is like hidden treasures tucked away in the belly of the earth, reserved for those who painstakingly dig it without getting tired.