Lutheran Lens Commentary: Matthew 11:2-11 (John's Question from Prison)

## Lutheran Lens Reading of Matthew 11:2-11 (John's Question from Prison)

### Tradition-Specific Interpretation

We read this passage as a profound interplay of Law and Gospel. John's question from prison reveals human doubt and the Law's work in exposing our inability to recognize God's work apart from revelation. Jesus' response, however, is pure Gospel — proclaiming the fulfillment of messianic prophecy, pointing to his works as the evidence of God's inbreaking kingdom. This passage assures us that even in moments of doubt and despair, Christ is the one who fulfills all promises, and our justification comes through faith in Him alone, not through our understanding or works.

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