Matthew 18:20

“For where two or three are gathered together, etc.] This seems to be said in opposition to a Jewish notion, that a number less than ten, is not a congregation f1012; whereas, though the number is ever so few that are met together to pray to God; or to hear his word, attend on his ordinances, or do the business of his house, or transact any affair that is for the glory of God, and the good of souls, in my name, says Christ; that is, by his authority, depending on his assistance, calling upon his name, and making use of it, and seeking the glory of it: there am I in the midst of them; presiding over them, ruling in their hearts, directing their counsels, assisting them in all they are…”

“For where two or three are gathered together in my name--or "unto my name." there am I in the midst of them--On this passage--so full of sublime encouragement to Christian union in action and prayer--observe, first, the connection in which it stands. Our Lord had been speaking of church meetings before which the obstinate perversity of a brother was in the last resort to be brought, and whose decision was to be final--such honor does the Lord of the Church put upon its lawful assemblies. But not these assemblies only does He deign to countenance and honor. For even two uniting to bring any matter before Him shall find that they are not alone, for My Father is with them, says Jesus. Next,…”

“For where two or three ... - This is a general assertion made to support the particular promise made Matthew 18:19 to his apostles. He affirms that wherever two or three are assembled together in his name, he is in the midst of them. In my name - That is, By my authority, acting for me in my church. See John 10:25; John 16:23. It may mean for my service; in the place of prayer and praise, assembled in obedience to my commend, and with a desire to promote my glory. There am I in the midst of them - Nothing could more clearly prove that Jesus must be omnipresent, and, of course, be God. Every day, perhaps every hour, two or three, or many more, may be assembled in every city or village in the…”

“Where two or three are gathered together in my name - That is, to worship me. I am in the midst of them - By my Spirit, to quicken their prayers, guide their counsels, and answer their petitions. Matthew 18:22”

“18:20 Christ is present in the process of discipline, so the process is a ratification of God’s decision.”

“two: Gen 49:10; Joh 20:19, Joh 20:26; Co1 5:4; Th1 1:1; Plm 1:2 there: Mat 28:20; Exo 20:24; Zac 2:5; Joh 8:58; Rev 1:11-13, Rev 2:1, Rev 21:3 Matthew 18:21”