Matthew 1

1:11 This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham:This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: 1:22 Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. 1:33 Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram.Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. 1:44 Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon.Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon. 1:55 Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse,Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, 1:66 and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife, 1:77 Solomon the father of Rehoboam, Rehoboam the father of Abijah, and Abijah the father of Asa.Solomon the father of Rehoboam, Rehoboam the father of Abijah, and Abijah the father of Asa. 1:88 Asa was the father of Jehoshaphat, Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah.Asa was the father of Jehoshaphat, Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah. 1:99 Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah.Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah. 1:1010 Hezekiah was the father of Manasseh, Manasseh the father of Amon, Amon the father of Josiah,Hezekiah was the father of Manasseh, Manasseh the father of Amon, Amon the father of Josiah, 1:1111 and Josiah the father of Jeconiah and his brothers at the time of the exile to Babylon.and Josiah the father of Jeconiah and his brothers at the time of the exile to Babylon. 1:1212 After the exile to Babylon: Jeconiah was the father of Shealtiel, Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel,After the exile to Babylon: Jeconiah was the father of Shealtiel, Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel, 1:1313 Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor.Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor. 1:1414 Azor was the father of Zadok, Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud.Azor was the father of Zadok, Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud. 1:1515 Eliud was the father of Eleazar, Eleazar the father of Matthan, Matthan the father of Jacob,Eliud was the father of Eleazar, Eleazar the father of Matthan, Matthan the father of Jacob, 1:1616 and Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.and Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ. 1:1717 In all, then, there were fourteen generations from Abraham to David, fourteen from David to the exile to Babylon, and fourteen from the exile to the Christ.In all, then, there were fourteen generations from Abraham to David, fourteen from David to the exile to Babylon, and fourteen from the exile to the Christ. 1:1818 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged in marriage to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit.This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged in marriage to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. 1:1919 Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and was unwilling to disgrace her publicly, he resolved to divorce her quietly.Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and was unwilling to disgrace her publicly, he resolved to divorce her quietly. 1:2020 But after he had pondered these things, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to embrace Mary as your wife, for the One conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.But after he had pondered these things, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to embrace Mary as your wife, for the One conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. 1:2121 She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.”She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.” 1:2222 All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet:All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: 1:2323 “Behold, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel” (which means, “God with us”).“Behold, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel” (which means, “God with us”). 1:2424 When Joseph woke up, he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded him and embraced Mary as his wife.When Joseph woke up, he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded him and embraced Mary as his wife. 1:2525 But he had no union with her until she gave birth to a Son. And he gave Him the name Jesus.But he had no union with her until she gave birth to a Son. And he gave Him the name Jesus.

Matthew 2

2:11 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem,After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, 2:22 asking, “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.”asking, “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” 2:33 When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him.When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. 2:44 And when he had assembled all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he asked them where the Christ was to be born.And when he had assembled all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he asked them where the Christ was to be born. 2:55 “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written:“In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written: 2:66 ‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah, for out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of My people Israel.’”‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah, for out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of My people Israel.’” 2:77 Then Herod called the Magi secretly and learned from them the exact time the star had appeared.Then Herod called the Magi secretly and learned from them the exact time the star had appeared. 2:88 And sending them to Bethlehem, he said: “Go and search carefully for the Child, and when you find Him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship Him.”And sending them to Bethlehem, he said: “Go and search carefully for the Child, and when you find Him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship Him.” 2:99 After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stood over the place where the Child was.After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stood over the place where the Child was. 2:1010 When they saw the star, they rejoiced with great delight.When they saw the star, they rejoiced with great delight. 2:1111 On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh.On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh. 2:1212 And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they withdrew to their country by another route.And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they withdrew to their country by another route. 2:1313 When the Magi had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. “Get up!” he said. “Take the Child and His mother and flee to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the Child to kill Him.”When the Magi had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. “Get up!” he said. “Take the Child and His mother and flee to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the Child to kill Him.” 2:1414 So he got up, took the Child and His mother by night, and withdrew to Egypt,So he got up, took the Child and His mother by night, and withdrew to Egypt, 2:1515 where he stayed until the death of Herod. This fulfilled what the Lord had spoken through the prophet: “Out of Egypt I called My Son.”where he stayed until the death of Herod. This fulfilled what the Lord had spoken through the prophet: “Out of Egypt I called My Son.” 2:1616 When Herod saw that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was filled with rage. Sending orders, he put to death all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, according to the time he had learned from the Magi.When Herod saw that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was filled with rage. Sending orders, he put to death all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, according to the time he had learned from the Magi. 2:1717 Then what was spoken through the prophet Jeremiah was fulfilled:Then what was spoken through the prophet Jeremiah was fulfilled: 2:1818 “A voice is heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.”“A voice is heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.” 2:1919 After Herod died, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt.After Herod died, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt. 2:2020 “Get up!” he said. “Take the Child and His mother and go to the land of Israel, for those seeking the Child’s life are now dead.”“Get up!” he said. “Take the Child and His mother and go to the land of Israel, for those seeking the Child’s life are now dead.” 2:2121 So Joseph got up, took the Child and His mother, and went to the land of Israel.So Joseph got up, took the Child and His mother, and went to the land of Israel. 2:2222 But when he learned that Archelaus was reigning in Judea in place of his father Herod, he was afraid to go there. And having been warned in a dream, he withdrew to the district of Galilee,But when he learned that Archelaus was reigning in Judea in place of his father Herod, he was afraid to go there. And having been warned in a dream, he withdrew to the district of Galilee, 2:2323 and he went and lived in a town called Nazareth. So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophets: “He will be called a Nazarene.”and he went and lived in a town called Nazareth. So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophets: “He will be called a Nazarene.”

Matthew 3

3:11 In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of JudeaIn those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea 3:22 and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.” 3:33 This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: “A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for Him.’”This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: “A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for Him.’” 3:44 John wore a garment of camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey.John wore a garment of camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey. 3:55 People went out to him from Jerusalem and all Judea and the whole region around the Jordan.People went out to him from Jerusalem and all Judea and the whole region around the Jordan. 3:66 Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River.Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River. 3:77 But when John saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to his place of baptism, he said to them, “You brood of vipers, who warned you to flee from the coming wrath?But when John saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to his place of baptism, he said to them, “You brood of vipers, who warned you to flee from the coming wrath? 3:88 Produce fruit, then, in keeping with repentance.Produce fruit, then, in keeping with repentance. 3:99 And do not presume to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham.And do not presume to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham. 3:1010 The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire. 3:1111 I baptize you with water for repentance, but after me will come One more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire.I baptize you with water for repentance, but after me will come One more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire. 3:1212 His winnowing fork is in His hand to clear His threshing floor and to gather His wheat into the barn; but He will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.”His winnowing fork is in His hand to clear His threshing floor and to gather His wheat into the barn; but He will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.” 3:1313 At that time Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John.At that time Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. 3:1414 But John tried to prevent Him, saying, “I need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?”But John tried to prevent Him, saying, “I need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?” 3:1515 “Let it be so now,” Jesus replied. “It is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness in this way.” Then John permitted Him.“Let it be so now,” Jesus replied. “It is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness in this way.” Then John permitted Him. 3:1616 As soon as Jesus was baptized, He went up out of the water. Suddenly the heavens were opened, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and resting on Him.As soon as Jesus was baptized, He went up out of the water. Suddenly the heavens were opened, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and resting on Him. 3:1717 And a voice from heaven said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased!”And a voice from heaven said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased!”

Matthew 4

4:11 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil.Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 4:22 After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry.After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry. 4:33 The tempter came to Him and said, “If You are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.”The tempter came to Him and said, “If You are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” 4:44 But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” 4:55 Then the devil took Him to the holy city and set Him on the pinnacle of the temple.Then the devil took Him to the holy city and set Him on the pinnacle of the temple. 4:66 “If You are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down. For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You, and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’”“If You are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down. For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You, and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’” 4:77 Jesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’”Jesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” 4:88 Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory.Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. 4:99 “All this I will give You,” he said, “if You will fall down and worship me.”“All this I will give You,” he said, “if You will fall down and worship me.” 4:1010 “Away from Me, Satan!” Jesus told him. “For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’”“Away from Me, Satan!” Jesus told him. “For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’” 4:1111 Then the devil left Him, and angels came and ministered to Him.Then the devil left Him, and angels came and ministered to Him. 4:1212 When Jesus heard that John had been imprisoned, He withdrew to Galilee.When Jesus heard that John had been imprisoned, He withdrew to Galilee. 4:1313 Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali,Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, 4:1414 to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah:to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: 4:1515 “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles—“Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— 4:1616 the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.”the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.” 4:1717 From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.” 4:1818 As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen.As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. 4:1919 “Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”“Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” 4:2020 And at once they left their nets and followed Him.And at once they left their nets and followed Him. 4:2121 Going on from there, He saw two other brothers, James son of Zebedee and his brother John. They were in a boat with their father Zebedee, mending their nets. Jesus called them,Going on from there, He saw two other brothers, James son of Zebedee and his brother John. They were in a boat with their father Zebedee, mending their nets. Jesus called them, 4:2222 and immediately they left the boat and their father and followed Him.and immediately they left the boat and their father and followed Him. 4:2323 Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people.Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. 4:2424 News about Him spread all over Syria, and people brought to Him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering acute pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed, and He healed them.News about Him spread all over Syria, and people brought to Him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering acute pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed, and He healed them. 4:2525 Large crowds followed Him, having come from Galilee, the Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and beyond the Jordan.Large crowds followed Him, having come from Galilee, the Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and beyond the Jordan.

Matthew 5

5:11 When Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain and sat down. His disciples came to Him,When Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain and sat down. His disciples came to Him, 5:22 and He began to teach them, saying:and He began to teach them, saying: 5:33 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 5:44 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5:55 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. 5:66 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. 5:77 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. 5:88 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 5:99 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. 5:1010 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 5:1111 Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me.Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. 5:1212 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you. 5:1313 You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its savor, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men.You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its savor, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. 5:1414 You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. 5:1515 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 5:1616 In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. 5:1717 Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets. I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them.Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets. I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them. 5:1818 For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished.For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. 5:1919 So then, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do likewise will be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever practices and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.So then, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do likewise will be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever practices and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 5:2020 For I tell you that unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.For I tell you that unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. 5:2121 You have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not murder’ and ‘Anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’You have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not murder’ and ‘Anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ 5:2222 But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell.But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell. 5:2323 So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you,So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, 5:2424 leave your gift there before the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.leave your gift there before the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift. 5:2525 Reconcile quickly with your adversary, while you are still on the way to court. Otherwise, he may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison.Reconcile quickly with your adversary, while you are still on the way to court. Otherwise, he may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison. 5:2626 Truly I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny.Truly I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny. 5:2727 You have heard that it was said, ‘Do not commit adultery.’You have heard that it was said, ‘Do not commit adultery.’ 5:2828 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 5:2929 If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell.If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 5:3030 And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to depart into hell.And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to depart into hell. 5:3131 It has also been said, ‘Whoever divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’It has also been said, ‘Whoever divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’ 5:3232 But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, brings adultery upon her. And he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery.But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, brings adultery upon her. And he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery. 5:3333 Again, you have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill your vows to the Lord.’Again, you have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill your vows to the Lord.’ 5:3434 But I tell you not to swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God’s throne;But I tell you not to swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God’s throne; 5:3535 or by the earth, for it is His footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King.or by the earth, for it is His footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King. 5:3636 Nor should you swear by your head, for you cannot make a single hair white or black.Nor should you swear by your head, for you cannot make a single hair white or black. 5:3737 Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ Anything more comes from the evil one.Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ Anything more comes from the evil one. 5:3838 You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye and tooth for tooth.’You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye and tooth for tooth.’ 5:3939 But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also;But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also; 5:4040 if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well;if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well; 5:4141 and if someone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles.and if someone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. 5:4242 Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you. 5:4343 You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor’ and ‘Hate your enemy.’You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor’ and ‘Hate your enemy.’ 5:4444 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 5:4545 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. 5:4646 If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Do not even tax collectors do the same?If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Do not even tax collectors do the same? 5:4747 And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others? Do not even Gentiles do the same?And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others? Do not even Gentiles do the same? 5:4848 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.

Matthew 6

6:11 “Be careful not to perform your righteous acts before men to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven.“Be careful not to perform your righteous acts before men to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. 6:22 So when you give to the needy, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward.So when you give to the needy, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward. 6:33 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing,But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 6:44 so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 6:55 And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward.And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward. 6:66 But when you pray, go into your inner room, shut your door, and pray to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.But when you pray, go into your inner room, shut your door, and pray to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 6:77 And when you pray, do not babble on like pagans, for they think that by their many words they will be heard.And when you pray, do not babble on like pagans, for they think that by their many words they will be heard. 6:88 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask Him.Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask Him. 6:99 So then, this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.So then, this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. 6:1010 Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. 6:1111 Give us this day our daily bread.Give us this day our daily bread. 6:1212 And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. 6:1313 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’ 6:1414 For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 6:1515 But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yours.But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yours. 6:1616 When you fast, do not be somber like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces to show men they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward.When you fast, do not be somber like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces to show men they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward. 6:1717 But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face,But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, 6:1818 so that your fasting will not be obvious to men, but only to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.so that your fasting will not be obvious to men, but only to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 6:1919 Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal.Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 6:2020 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 6:2121 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. 6:2222 The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are good, your whole body will be full of light.The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are good, your whole body will be full of light. 6:2323 But if your eyes are bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness!But if your eyes are bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness! 6:2424 No one can serve two masters: Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.No one can serve two masters: Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. 6:2525 Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 6:2626 Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 6:2727 Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? 6:2828 And why do you worry about clothes? Consider how the lilies of the field grow: They do not labor or spin.And why do you worry about clothes? Consider how the lilies of the field grow: They do not labor or spin. 6:2929 Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these.Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these. 6:3030 If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will He not much more clothe you, O you of little faith?If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will He not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? 6:3131 Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 6:3232 For the Gentiles strive after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.For the Gentiles strive after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. 6:3333 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. 6:3434 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.

Matthew 7

7:11 “Do not judge, or you will be judged.“Do not judge, or you will be judged. 7:22 For with the same judgment you pronounce, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.For with the same judgment you pronounce, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. 7:33 Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but fail to notice the beam in your own eye?Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but fail to notice the beam in your own eye? 7:44 How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ while there is still a beam in your own eye?How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ while there is still a beam in your own eye? 7:55 You hypocrite! First take the beam out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.You hypocrite! First take the beam out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. 7:66 Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces.Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces. 7:77 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you.Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. 7:88 For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. 7:99 Which of you, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone?Which of you, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? 7:1010 Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake?Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? 7:1111 So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him! 7:1212 In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets.In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets. 7:1313 Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. 7:1414 But small is the gate and narrow the way that leads to life, and only a few find it.But small is the gate and narrow the way that leads to life, and only a few find it. 7:1515 Beware of false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.Beware of false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. 7:1616 By their fruit you will recognize them. Are grapes gathered from thornbushes, or figs from thistles?By their fruit you will recognize them. Are grapes gathered from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? 7:1717 Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit.Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. 7:1818 A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit.A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. 7:1919 Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. 7:2020 So then, by their fruit you will recognize them.So then, by their fruit you will recognize them. 7:2121 Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven.Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. 7:2222 Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ 7:2323 Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’ 7:2424 Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 7:2525 The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock.The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock. 7:2626 But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand.But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. 7:2727 The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell—and great was its collapse!”The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell—and great was its collapse!” 7:2828 When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were astonished at His teaching,When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were astonished at His teaching, 7:2929 because He taught as one who had authority, and not as their scribes.because He taught as one who had authority, and not as their scribes.

Matthew 8

8:11 When Jesus came down from the mountain, large crowds followed Him.When Jesus came down from the mountain, large crowds followed Him. 8:22 Suddenly a leper came and knelt before Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.”Suddenly a leper came and knelt before Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” 8:33 Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. 8:44 Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.”Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.” 8:55 When Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came and pleaded with Him,When Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came and pleaded with Him, 8:66 “Lord, my servant lies at home, paralyzed and in terrible agony.”“Lord, my servant lies at home, paralyzed and in terrible agony.” 8:77 “I will go and heal him,” Jesus replied.“I will go and heal him,” Jesus replied. 8:88 The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed.The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. 8:99 For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes, and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.”For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes, and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.” 8:1010 When Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those following Him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith.When Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those following Him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. 8:1111 I say to you that many will come from the east and the west to share the banquet with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven.I say to you that many will come from the east and the west to share the banquet with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven. 8:1212 But the sons of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.”But the sons of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” 8:1313 Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you.” And his servant was healed at that very hour.Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you.” And his servant was healed at that very hour. 8:1414 When Jesus arrived at Peter’s house, He saw Peter’s mother-in-law sick in bed with a fever.When Jesus arrived at Peter’s house, He saw Peter’s mother-in-law sick in bed with a fever. 8:1515 So He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she got up and began to serve Him.So He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she got up and began to serve Him. 8:1616 When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to Jesus, and He drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick.When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to Jesus, and He drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick. 8:1717 This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: “He took up our infirmities and carried our diseases.”This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: “He took up our infirmities and carried our diseases.” 8:1818 When Jesus saw a large crowd around Him, He gave orders to cross to the other side of the sea.When Jesus saw a large crowd around Him, He gave orders to cross to the other side of the sea. 8:1919 And one of the scribes came to Him and said, “Teacher, I will follow You wherever You go.”And one of the scribes came to Him and said, “Teacher, I will follow You wherever You go.” 8:2020 Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay His head.”Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay His head.” 8:2121 Another of His disciples requested, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.”Another of His disciples requested, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” 8:2222 But Jesus told him, “Follow Me, and let the dead bury their own dead.”But Jesus told him, “Follow Me, and let the dead bury their own dead.” 8:2323 When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him.When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him. 8:2424 Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was engulfed by the waves. But Jesus was sleeping.Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was engulfed by the waves. But Jesus was sleeping. 8:2525 The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!”The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” 8:2626 “You of little faith,” Jesus replied, “why are you so afraid?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm.“You of little faith,” Jesus replied, “why are you so afraid?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm. 8:2727 The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the sea obey Him!”The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the sea obey Him!” 8:2828 When Jesus arrived on the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, He was met by two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs. They were so violent that no one could pass that way.When Jesus arrived on the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, He was met by two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs. They were so violent that no one could pass that way. 8:2929 “What do You want with us, Son of God?” they shouted. “Have You come here to torture us before the appointed time?”“What do You want with us, Son of God?” they shouted. “Have You come here to torture us before the appointed time?” 8:3030 In the distance a large herd of pigs was feeding.In the distance a large herd of pigs was feeding. 8:3131 So the demons begged Jesus, “If You drive us out, send us into the herd of pigs.”So the demons begged Jesus, “If You drive us out, send us into the herd of pigs.” 8:3232 “Go!” He told them. So they came out and went into the pigs, and the whole herd rushed down the steep bank into the sea and died in the waters.“Go!” He told them. So they came out and went into the pigs, and the whole herd rushed down the steep bank into the sea and died in the waters. 8:3333 Those tending the pigs ran off into the town and reported all this, including the account of the demon-possessed men.Those tending the pigs ran off into the town and reported all this, including the account of the demon-possessed men. 8:3434 Then the whole town went out to meet Jesus. And when they saw Him, they begged Him to leave their region.Then the whole town went out to meet Jesus. And when they saw Him, they begged Him to leave their region.

Matthew 9

9:11 Jesus got into a boat, crossed over, and came to His own town.Jesus got into a boat, crossed over, and came to His own town. 9:22 Just then some men brought to Him a paralytic lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Take courage, son; your sins are forgiven.”Just then some men brought to Him a paralytic lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Take courage, son; your sins are forgiven.” 9:33 On seeing this, some of the scribes said to themselves, “This man is blaspheming!”On seeing this, some of the scribes said to themselves, “This man is blaspheming!” 9:44 But Jesus knew what they were thinking and said, “Why do you harbor evil in your hearts?But Jesus knew what they were thinking and said, “Why do you harbor evil in your hearts? 9:55 Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’?Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’? 9:66 But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins...” Then He said to the paralytic, “Get up, pick up your mat, and go home.”But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins...” Then He said to the paralytic, “Get up, pick up your mat, and go home.” 9:77 And the man got up and went home.And the man got up and went home. 9:88 When the crowds saw this, they were filled with awe and glorified God, who had given such authority to men.When the crowds saw this, they were filled with awe and glorified God, who had given such authority to men. 9:99 As Jesus went on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, and Matthew got up and followed Him.As Jesus went on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, and Matthew got up and followed Him. 9:1010 Later, as Jesus was dining at Matthew’s house, many tax collectors and sinners came and ate with Him and His disciples.Later, as Jesus was dining at Matthew’s house, many tax collectors and sinners came and ate with Him and His disciples. 9:1111 When the Pharisees saw this, they asked His disciples, “Why does your Teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?”When the Pharisees saw this, they asked His disciples, “Why does your Teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” 9:1212 On hearing this, Jesus said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.On hearing this, Jesus said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. 9:1313 But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.”But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” 9:1414 Then John’s disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Why is it that we and the Pharisees fast so often, but Your disciples do not fast?”Then John’s disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Why is it that we and the Pharisees fast so often, but Your disciples do not fast?” 9:1515 Jesus replied, “How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while He is with them? But the time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast.Jesus replied, “How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while He is with them? But the time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast. 9:1616 No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on an old garment. For the patch will pull away from the garment, and a worse tear will result.No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on an old garment. For the patch will pull away from the garment, and a worse tear will result. 9:1717 Neither do men pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst, the wine will spill, and the wineskins will be ruined. Instead, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved.”Neither do men pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst, the wine will spill, and the wineskins will be ruined. Instead, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved.” 9:1818 While Jesus was saying these things, a synagogue leader came and knelt before Him. “My daughter has just died,” he said. “But come and place Your hand on her, and she will live.”While Jesus was saying these things, a synagogue leader came and knelt before Him. “My daughter has just died,” he said. “But come and place Your hand on her, and she will live.” 9:1919 So Jesus got up and went with him, along with His disciples.So Jesus got up and went with him, along with His disciples. 9:2020 Suddenly a woman who had suffered from bleeding for twelve years came up behind Him and touched the fringe of His cloak.Suddenly a woman who had suffered from bleeding for twelve years came up behind Him and touched the fringe of His cloak. 9:2121 She said to herself, “If only I touch His cloak, I will be healed.”She said to herself, “If only I touch His cloak, I will be healed.” 9:2222 Jesus turned and saw her. “Take courage, daughter,” He said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed from that very hour.Jesus turned and saw her. “Take courage, daughter,” He said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed from that very hour. 9:2323 When Jesus entered the house of the synagogue leader, He saw the flute players and the noisy crowd.When Jesus entered the house of the synagogue leader, He saw the flute players and the noisy crowd. 9:2424 “Go away,” He told them. “The girl is not dead, but asleep.” And they laughed at Him.“Go away,” He told them. “The girl is not dead, but asleep.” And they laughed at Him. 9:2525 After the crowd had been put outside, Jesus went in and took the girl by the hand, and she got up.After the crowd had been put outside, Jesus went in and took the girl by the hand, and she got up. 9:2626 And the news about this spread throughout that region.And the news about this spread throughout that region. 9:2727 As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!”As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!” 9:2828 After Jesus had entered the house, the blind men came to Him. “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” He asked. “Yes, Lord,” they answered.After Jesus had entered the house, the blind men came to Him. “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” He asked. “Yes, Lord,” they answered. 9:2929 Then He touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith will it be done to you.”Then He touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith will it be done to you.” 9:3030 And their eyes were opened. Jesus warned them sternly, “See that no one finds out about this!”And their eyes were opened. Jesus warned them sternly, “See that no one finds out about this!” 9:3131 But they went out and spread the news about Him throughout the land.But they went out and spread the news about Him throughout the land. 9:3232 As they were leaving, a demon-possessed man who was mute was brought to Jesus.As they were leaving, a demon-possessed man who was mute was brought to Jesus. 9:3333 And when the demon had been driven out, the man began to speak. The crowds were amazed and said, “Nothing like this has ever been seen in Israel!”And when the demon had been driven out, the man began to speak. The crowds were amazed and said, “Nothing like this has ever been seen in Israel!” 9:3434 But the Pharisees said, “It is by the prince of demons that He drives out demons.”But the Pharisees said, “It is by the prince of demons that He drives out demons.” 9:3535 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness.Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness. 9:3636 When He saw the crowds, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.When He saw the crowds, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 9:3737 Then He said to His disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.Then He said to His disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. 9:3838 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest.”Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest.”

Matthew 10

10:11 And calling His twelve disciples to Him, Jesus gave them authority over unclean spirits, so that they could drive them out and heal every disease and sickness.And calling His twelve disciples to Him, Jesus gave them authority over unclean spirits, so that they could drive them out and heal every disease and sickness. 10:22 These are the names of the twelve apostles: first Simon, called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John;These are the names of the twelve apostles: first Simon, called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; 10:33 Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus;Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; 10:44 Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus.Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus. 10:55 These twelve Jesus sent out with the following instructions: “Do not go onto the road of the Gentiles or enter any town of the Samaritans.These twelve Jesus sent out with the following instructions: “Do not go onto the road of the Gentiles or enter any town of the Samaritans. 10:66 Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel.Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel. 10:77 As you go, preach this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven is near.’As you go, preach this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven is near.’ 10:88 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. 10:99 Do not take along any gold or silver or copper in your belts.Do not take along any gold or silver or copper in your belts. 10:1010 Take no bag for the road, or second tunic, or sandals, or staff; for the worker is worthy of his provisions.Take no bag for the road, or second tunic, or sandals, or staff; for the worker is worthy of his provisions. 10:1111 Whatever town or village you enter, find out who is worthy there and stay at his house until you move on.Whatever town or village you enter, find out who is worthy there and stay at his house until you move on. 10:1212 As you enter the home, greet its occupants.As you enter the home, greet its occupants. 10:1313 If the home is worthy, let your peace rest on it, but if it is not, let your peace return to you.If the home is worthy, let your peace rest on it, but if it is not, let your peace return to you. 10:1414 And if anyone will not welcome you or heed your words, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that home or town.And if anyone will not welcome you or heed your words, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that home or town. 10:1515 Truly I tell you, it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for that town.Truly I tell you, it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for that town. 10:1616 Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. 10:1717 But beware of men, for they will hand you over to their councils and flog you in their synagogues.But beware of men, for they will hand you over to their councils and flog you in their synagogues. 10:1818 On My account you will be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles.On My account you will be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles. 10:1919 But when they hand you over, do not worry about how to respond or what to say. In that hour you will be given what to say.But when they hand you over, do not worry about how to respond or what to say. In that hour you will be given what to say. 10:2020 For it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.For it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. 10:2121 Brother will betray brother to death, and a father his child; children will rise against their parents and have them put to death.Brother will betray brother to death, and a father his child; children will rise against their parents and have them put to death. 10:2222 You will be hated by everyone because of My name, but the one who perseveres to the end will be saved.You will be hated by everyone because of My name, but the one who perseveres to the end will be saved. 10:2323 When they persecute you in one town, flee to the next. Truly I tell you, you will not reach all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes.When they persecute you in one town, flee to the next. Truly I tell you, you will not reach all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes. 10:2424 A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master.A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master. 10:2525 It is enough for a disciple to be like his teacher, and a servant like his master. If the head of the house has been called Beelzebul, how much more the members of his household!It is enough for a disciple to be like his teacher, and a servant like his master. If the head of the house has been called Beelzebul, how much more the members of his household! 10:2626 So do not be afraid of them. For there is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, and nothing hidden that will not be made known.So do not be afraid of them. For there is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, and nothing hidden that will not be made known. 10:2727 What I tell you in the dark, speak in the daylight; what is whispered in your ear, proclaim from the housetops.What I tell you in the dark, speak in the daylight; what is whispered in your ear, proclaim from the housetops. 10:2828 Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell.Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. 10:2929 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father.Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. 10:3030 And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. 10:3131 So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. 10:3232 Therefore everyone who confesses Me before men, I will also confess him before My Father in heaven.Therefore everyone who confesses Me before men, I will also confess him before My Father in heaven. 10:3333 But whoever denies Me before men, I will also deny him before My Father in heaven.But whoever denies Me before men, I will also deny him before My Father in heaven. 10:3434 Do not assume that I have come to bring peace to the earth; I have not come to bring peace, but a sword.Do not assume that I have come to bring peace to the earth; I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. 10:3535 For I have come to turn ‘a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law.For I have come to turn ‘a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. 10:3636 A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.’A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.’ 10:3737 Anyone who loves his father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; anyone who loves his son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me;Anyone who loves his father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; anyone who loves his son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me; 10:3838 and anyone who does not take up his cross and follow Me is not worthy of Me.and anyone who does not take up his cross and follow Me is not worthy of Me. 10:3939 Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for My sake will find it.Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for My sake will find it. 10:4040 He who receives you receives Me, and he who receives Me receives the One who sent Me.He who receives you receives Me, and he who receives Me receives the One who sent Me. 10:4141 Whoever receives a prophet because he is a prophet will receive a prophet’s reward, and whoever receives a righteous man because he is a righteous man will receive a righteous man’s reward.Whoever receives a prophet because he is a prophet will receive a prophet’s reward, and whoever receives a righteous man because he is a righteous man will receive a righteous man’s reward. 10:4242 And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones because he is My disciple, truly I tell you, he will never lose his reward.”And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones because he is My disciple, truly I tell you, he will never lose his reward.”

Matthew 11

11:11 After Jesus had finished instructing His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities.After Jesus had finished instructing His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities. 11:22 Meanwhile John heard in prison about the works of Christ, and he sent his disciplesMeanwhile John heard in prison about the works of Christ, and he sent his disciples 11:33 to ask Him, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?”to ask Him, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?” 11:44 Jesus replied, “Go back and report to John what you hear and see:Jesus replied, “Go back and report to John what you hear and see: 11:55 The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor.The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor. 11:66 Blessed is the one who does not fall away on account of Me.”Blessed is the one who does not fall away on account of Me.” 11:77 As John’s disciples were leaving, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed swaying in the wind?As John’s disciples were leaving, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed swaying in the wind? 11:88 Otherwise, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? Look, those who wear fine clothing are found in kings’ palaces.Otherwise, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? Look, those who wear fine clothing are found in kings’ palaces. 11:99 What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. 11:1010 This is the one about whom it is written: ‘Behold, I will send My messenger ahead of You, who will prepare Your way before You.’This is the one about whom it is written: ‘Behold, I will send My messenger ahead of You, who will prepare Your way before You.’ 11:1111 Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has risen no one greater than John the Baptist. Yet even the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has risen no one greater than John the Baptist. Yet even the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. 11:1212 From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subject to violence, and the violent lay claim to it.From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subject to violence, and the violent lay claim to it. 11:1313 For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John.For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John. 11:1414 And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come.And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come. 11:1515 He who has ears, let him hear.He who has ears, let him hear. 11:1616 To what can I compare this generation? They are like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling out to others:To what can I compare this generation? They are like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling out to others: 11:1717 ‘We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we sang a dirge, and you did not mourn.’‘We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we sang a dirge, and you did not mourn.’ 11:1818 For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon!’For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon!’ 11:1919 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look at this glutton and drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ But wisdom is vindicated by her actions.”The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look at this glutton and drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ But wisdom is vindicated by her actions.” 11:2020 Then Jesus began to denounce the cities in which most of His miracles had been performed, because they did not repent.Then Jesus began to denounce the cities in which most of His miracles had been performed, because they did not repent. 11:2121 “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes.“Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes. 11:2222 But I tell you, it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of judgment than for you.But I tell you, it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of judgment than for you. 11:2323 And you, Capernaum, will you be lifted up to heaven? No, you will be brought down to Hades! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Sodom, it would have remained to this day.And you, Capernaum, will you be lifted up to heaven? No, you will be brought down to Hades! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Sodom, it would have remained to this day. 11:2424 But I tell you that it will be more bearable for Sodom on the day of judgment than for you.”But I tell you that it will be more bearable for Sodom on the day of judgment than for you.” 11:2525 At that time Jesus declared, “I praise You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because You have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children.At that time Jesus declared, “I praise You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because You have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. 11:2626 Yes, Father, for this was well-pleasing in Your sight.Yes, Father, for this was well-pleasing in Your sight. 11:2727 All things have been entrusted to Me by My Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal Him.All things have been entrusted to Me by My Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal Him. 11:2828 Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 11:2929 Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 11:3030 For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

Matthew 12

12:11 At that time Jesus went through the grainfields on the Sabbath. His disciples were hungry and began to pick the heads of grain and eat them.At that time Jesus went through the grainfields on the Sabbath. His disciples were hungry and began to pick the heads of grain and eat them. 12:22 When the Pharisees saw this, they said to Him, “Look, Your disciples are doing what is unlawful on the Sabbath.”When the Pharisees saw this, they said to Him, “Look, Your disciples are doing what is unlawful on the Sabbath.” 12:33 Jesus replied, “Have you not read what David did when he and his companions were hungry?Jesus replied, “Have you not read what David did when he and his companions were hungry? 12:44 He entered the house of God, and he and his companions ate the consecrated bread, which was not lawful for them to eat, but only for the priests.He entered the house of God, and he and his companions ate the consecrated bread, which was not lawful for them to eat, but only for the priests. 12:55 Or haven’t you read in the Law that on the Sabbath the priests in the temple break the Sabbath and yet are innocent?Or haven’t you read in the Law that on the Sabbath the priests in the temple break the Sabbath and yet are innocent? 12:66 But I tell you that One greater than the temple is here.But I tell you that One greater than the temple is here. 12:77 If only you had known the meaning of ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice,’ you would not have condemned the innocent.If only you had known the meaning of ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice,’ you would not have condemned the innocent. 12:88 For the Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”For the Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.” 12:99 Moving on from there, Jesus entered their synagogue,Moving on from there, Jesus entered their synagogue, 12:1010 and a man with a withered hand was there. In order to accuse Jesus, they asked Him, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath?”and a man with a withered hand was there. In order to accuse Jesus, they asked Him, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath?” 12:1111 He replied, “If one of you has a sheep and it falls into a pit on the Sabbath, will he not take hold of it and lift it out?He replied, “If one of you has a sheep and it falls into a pit on the Sabbath, will he not take hold of it and lift it out? 12:1212 How much more valuable is a man than a sheep! Therefore it is lawful to do good on the Sabbath.”How much more valuable is a man than a sheep! Therefore it is lawful to do good on the Sabbath.” 12:1313 Then Jesus said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” So he stretched it out, and it was restored to full use, just like the other.Then Jesus said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” So he stretched it out, and it was restored to full use, just like the other. 12:1414 But the Pharisees went out and plotted how they might kill Jesus.But the Pharisees went out and plotted how they might kill Jesus. 12:1515 Aware of this, Jesus withdrew from that place. Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them all,Aware of this, Jesus withdrew from that place. Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them all, 12:1616 warning them not to make Him known.warning them not to make Him known. 12:1717 This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah:This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: 12:1818 “Here is My Servant, whom I have chosen, My beloved, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will proclaim justice to the nations.“Here is My Servant, whom I have chosen, My beloved, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will proclaim justice to the nations. 12:1919 He will not quarrel or cry out; no one will hear His voice in the streets.He will not quarrel or cry out; no one will hear His voice in the streets. 12:2020 A bruised reed He will not break, and a smoldering wick He will not extinguish, till He leads justice to victory.A bruised reed He will not break, and a smoldering wick He will not extinguish, till He leads justice to victory. 12:2121 In His name the nations will put their hope.”In His name the nations will put their hope.” 12:2222 Then a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute was brought to Jesus, and He healed the man so that he could speak and see.Then a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute was brought to Jesus, and He healed the man so that he could speak and see. 12:2323 The crowds were astounded and asked, “Could this be the Son of David?”The crowds were astounded and asked, “Could this be the Son of David?” 12:2424 But when the Pharisees heard this, they said, “Only by Beelzebul, the prince of demons, does this man drive out demons.”But when the Pharisees heard this, they said, “Only by Beelzebul, the prince of demons, does this man drive out demons.” 12:2525 Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be laid waste, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand.Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be laid waste, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand. 12:2626 If Satan drives out Satan, he is divided against himself. How then can his kingdom stand?If Satan drives out Satan, he is divided against himself. How then can his kingdom stand? 12:2727 And if I drive out demons by Beelzebul, by whom do your sons drive them out? So then, they will be your judges.And if I drive out demons by Beelzebul, by whom do your sons drive them out? So then, they will be your judges. 12:2828 But if I drive out demons by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.But if I drive out demons by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you. 12:2929 Or again, how can anyone enter a strong man’s house and steal his possessions, unless he first ties up the strong man? Then he can plunder his house.Or again, how can anyone enter a strong man’s house and steal his possessions, unless he first ties up the strong man? Then he can plunder his house. 12:3030 He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters.He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters. 12:3131 Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven.Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. 12:3232 Whoever speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the one to come.Whoever speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the one to come. 12:3333 Make a tree good and its fruit will be good, or make a tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is known by its fruit.Make a tree good and its fruit will be good, or make a tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is known by its fruit. 12:3434 You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks.You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. 12:3535 The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure.The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. 12:3636 But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken.But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. 12:3737 For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.”For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” 12:3838 Then some of the scribes and Pharisees said to Him, “Teacher, we want to see a sign from You.”Then some of the scribes and Pharisees said to Him, “Teacher, we want to see a sign from You.” 12:3939 Jesus replied, “A wicked and adulterous generation demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of the prophet Jonah.Jesus replied, “A wicked and adulterous generation demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of the prophet Jonah. 12:4040 For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish, so the Son of Man will be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish, so the Son of Man will be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth. 12:4141 The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here.The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here. 12:4242 The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here. 12:4343 When an unclean spirit comes out of a man, it passes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it.When an unclean spirit comes out of a man, it passes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. 12:4444 Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ On its return, it finds the house vacant, swept clean, and put in order.Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ On its return, it finds the house vacant, swept clean, and put in order. 12:4545 Then it goes and brings with it seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there. And the final plight of that man is worse than the first. So will it be with this wicked generation.”Then it goes and brings with it seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there. And the final plight of that man is worse than the first. So will it be with this wicked generation.” 12:4646 While Jesus was still speaking to the crowds, His mother and brothers stood outside, wanting to speak to Him.While Jesus was still speaking to the crowds, His mother and brothers stood outside, wanting to speak to Him. 12:4747 Someone told Him, “Look, Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to speak to You.”Someone told Him, “Look, Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to speak to You.” 12:4848 But Jesus replied, “Who is My mother, and who are My brothers?”But Jesus replied, “Who is My mother, and who are My brothers?” 12:4949 Pointing to His disciples, He said, “Here are My mother and My brothers.Pointing to His disciples, He said, “Here are My mother and My brothers. 12:5050 For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother.”For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother.”

Matthew 13

13:11 That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the sea.That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the sea. 13:22 Such large crowds gathered around Him that He got into a boat and sat down, while all the people stood on the shore.Such large crowds gathered around Him that He got into a boat and sat down, while all the people stood on the shore. 13:33 And He told them many things in parables, saying, “A farmer went out to sow his seed.And He told them many things in parables, saying, “A farmer went out to sow his seed. 13:44 And as he was sowing, some seed fell along the path, and the birds came and devoured it.And as he was sowing, some seed fell along the path, and the birds came and devoured it. 13:55 Some fell on rocky ground, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly because the soil was shallow.Some fell on rocky ground, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly because the soil was shallow. 13:66 But when the sun rose, the seedlings were scorched, and they withered because they had no root.But when the sun rose, the seedlings were scorched, and they withered because they had no root. 13:77 Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the seedlings.Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the seedlings. 13:88 Still other seed fell on good soil and produced a crop—a hundredfold, sixtyfold, or thirtyfold.Still other seed fell on good soil and produced a crop—a hundredfold, sixtyfold, or thirtyfold. 13:99 He who has ears, let him hear.”He who has ears, let him hear.” 13:1010 Then the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Why do You speak to the people in parables?”Then the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Why do You speak to the people in parables?” 13:1111 He replied, “The knowledge of the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but not to them.He replied, “The knowledge of the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but not to them. 13:1212 Whoever has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.Whoever has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him. 13:1313 This is why I speak to them in parables: ‘Though seeing, they do not see; though hearing, they do not hear or understand.’This is why I speak to them in parables: ‘Though seeing, they do not see; though hearing, they do not hear or understand.’ 13:1414 In them the prophecy of Isaiah is fulfilled: ‘You will be ever hearing but never understanding; you will be ever seeing but never perceiving.In them the prophecy of Isaiah is fulfilled: ‘You will be ever hearing but never understanding; you will be ever seeing but never perceiving. 13:1515 For this people’s heart has grown callous; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn, and I would heal them.’For this people’s heart has grown callous; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn, and I would heal them.’ 13:1616 But blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they hear.But blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they hear. 13:1717 For truly I tell you, many prophets and righteous men longed to see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not hear it.For truly I tell you, many prophets and righteous men longed to see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not hear it. 13:1818 Consider, then, the parable of the sower:Consider, then, the parable of the sower: 13:1919 When anyone hears the message of the kingdom but does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what was sown in his heart. This is the seed sown along the path.When anyone hears the message of the kingdom but does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what was sown in his heart. This is the seed sown along the path. 13:2020 The seed sown on rocky ground is the one who hears the word and at once receives it with joy.The seed sown on rocky ground is the one who hears the word and at once receives it with joy. 13:2121 But since he has no root, he remains for only a season. When trouble or persecution comes because of the word, he quickly falls away.But since he has no root, he remains for only a season. When trouble or persecution comes because of the word, he quickly falls away. 13:2222 The seed sown among the thorns is the one who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful.The seed sown among the thorns is the one who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful. 13:2323 But the seed sown on good soil is the one who hears the word and understands it. He indeed bears fruit and produces a crop—a hundredfold, sixtyfold, or thirtyfold.”But the seed sown on good soil is the one who hears the word and understands it. He indeed bears fruit and produces a crop—a hundredfold, sixtyfold, or thirtyfold.” 13:2424 Jesus put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field.Jesus put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field. 13:2525 But while everyone was asleep, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and slipped away.But while everyone was asleep, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and slipped away. 13:2626 When the wheat sprouted and bore grain, then the weeds also appeared.When the wheat sprouted and bore grain, then the weeds also appeared. 13:2727 The owner’s servants came to him and said, ‘Sir, didn’t you sow good seed in your field? Where then did the weeds come from?’The owner’s servants came to him and said, ‘Sir, didn’t you sow good seed in your field? Where then did the weeds come from?’ 13:2828 ‘An enemy did this,’ he replied. So the servants asked him, ‘Do you want us to go and pull them up?’‘An enemy did this,’ he replied. So the servants asked him, ‘Do you want us to go and pull them up?’ 13:2929 ‘No,’ he said, ‘if you pull the weeds now, you might uproot the wheat with them.‘No,’ he said, ‘if you pull the weeds now, you might uproot the wheat with them. 13:3030 Let both grow together until the harvest. At that time I will tell the harvesters: First collect the weeds and tie them in bundles to be burned; then gather the wheat into my barn.’”Let both grow together until the harvest. At that time I will tell the harvesters: First collect the weeds and tie them in bundles to be burned; then gather the wheat into my barn.’” 13:3131 He put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a man took and planted in his field.He put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a man took and planted in his field. 13:3232 Although it is the smallest of all seeds, yet it grows into the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and nest in its branches.”Although it is the smallest of all seeds, yet it grows into the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and nest in its branches.” 13:3333 He told them still another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like leaven that a woman took and mixed into three measures of flour, until all of it was leavened.”He told them still another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like leaven that a woman took and mixed into three measures of flour, until all of it was leavened.” 13:3434 Jesus spoke all these things to the crowds in parables. He did not tell them anything without using a parable.Jesus spoke all these things to the crowds in parables. He did not tell them anything without using a parable. 13:3535 So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: “I will open My mouth in parables; I will utter things hidden since the foundation of the world.”So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: “I will open My mouth in parables; I will utter things hidden since the foundation of the world.” 13:3636 Then Jesus dismissed the crowds and went into the house. His disciples came to Him and said, “Explain to us the parable of the weeds in the field.”Then Jesus dismissed the crowds and went into the house. His disciples came to Him and said, “Explain to us the parable of the weeds in the field.” 13:3737 He replied, “The One who sows the good seed is the Son of Man.He replied, “The One who sows the good seed is the Son of Man. 13:3838 The field is the world, and the good seed represents the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one,The field is the world, and the good seed represents the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one, 13:3939 and the enemy who sows them is the devil. The harvest is the end of the age, and the harvesters are angels.and the enemy who sows them is the devil. The harvest is the end of the age, and the harvesters are angels. 13:4040 As the weeds are collected and burned in the fire, so will it be at the end of the age.As the weeds are collected and burned in the fire, so will it be at the end of the age. 13:4141 The Son of Man will send out His angels, and they will weed out of His kingdom every cause of sin and all who practice lawlessness.The Son of Man will send out His angels, and they will weed out of His kingdom every cause of sin and all who practice lawlessness. 13:4242 And they will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.And they will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. 13:4343 Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear.Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear. 13:4444 The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field.The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field. 13:4545 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls.Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls. 13:4646 When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it. 13:4747 Once again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was cast into the sea and caught all kinds of fish.Once again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was cast into the sea and caught all kinds of fish. 13:4848 When it was full, the men pulled it ashore. Then they sat down and sorted the good fish into containers, but threw the bad away.When it was full, the men pulled it ashore. Then they sat down and sorted the good fish into containers, but threw the bad away. 13:4949 So will it be at the end of the age: The angels will come and separate the wicked from the righteousSo will it be at the end of the age: The angels will come and separate the wicked from the righteous 13:5050 and throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.and throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. 13:5151 Have you understood all these things?” “Yes,” they answered.Have you understood all these things?” “Yes,” they answered. 13:5252 Then He told them, “For this reason, every scribe who has been discipled in the kingdom of heaven is like a homeowner who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.”Then He told them, “For this reason, every scribe who has been discipled in the kingdom of heaven is like a homeowner who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.” 13:5353 When Jesus had finished these parables, He withdrew from that place.When Jesus had finished these parables, He withdrew from that place. 13:5454 Coming to His hometown, He taught the people in their synagogue, and they were astonished. “Where did this man get such wisdom and miraculous powers?” they asked.Coming to His hometown, He taught the people in their synagogue, and they were astonished. “Where did this man get such wisdom and miraculous powers?” they asked. 13:5555 “Isn’t this the carpenter’s son? Isn’t His mother’s name Mary, and aren’t His brothers James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas?“Isn’t this the carpenter’s son? Isn’t His mother’s name Mary, and aren’t His brothers James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas? 13:5656 Aren’t all His sisters with us as well? Where then did this man get all these things?”Aren’t all His sisters with us as well? Where then did this man get all these things?” 13:5757 And they took offense at Him. But Jesus said to them, “Only in his hometown and in his own household is a prophet without honor.”And they took offense at Him. But Jesus said to them, “Only in his hometown and in his own household is a prophet without honor.” 13:5858 And He did not do many miracles there, because of their unbelief.And He did not do many miracles there, because of their unbelief.

Matthew 14

14:11 At that time Herod the tetrarch heard the reports about JesusAt that time Herod the tetrarch heard the reports about Jesus 14:22 and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.”and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” 14:33 Now Herod had arrested John and bound him and put him in prison on account of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife,Now Herod had arrested John and bound him and put him in prison on account of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife, 14:44 because John had been telling him, “It is not lawful for you to have her.”because John had been telling him, “It is not lawful for you to have her.” 14:55 Although Herod wanted to kill John, he was afraid of the people, because they regarded John as a prophet.Although Herod wanted to kill John, he was afraid of the people, because they regarded John as a prophet. 14:66 On Herod’s birthday, however, the daughter of Herodias danced before them and pleased HerodOn Herod’s birthday, however, the daughter of Herodias danced before them and pleased Herod 14:77 so much that he promised with an oath to give to her whatever she asked.so much that he promised with an oath to give to her whatever she asked. 14:88 Prompted by her mother, she said, “Give me here on a platter the head of John the Baptist.”Prompted by her mother, she said, “Give me here on a platter the head of John the Baptist.” 14:99 The king was grieved, but because of his oaths and his guests, he ordered that her wish be grantedThe king was grieved, but because of his oaths and his guests, he ordered that her wish be granted 14:1010 and sent to have John beheaded in the prison.and sent to have John beheaded in the prison. 14:1111 John’s head was brought in on a platter and presented to the girl, who carried it to her mother.John’s head was brought in on a platter and presented to the girl, who carried it to her mother. 14:1212 Then John’s disciples came and took his body and buried it. And they went and informed Jesus.Then John’s disciples came and took his body and buried it. And they went and informed Jesus. 14:1313 When Jesus heard about John, He withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. But the crowds found out about it and followed Him on foot from the towns.When Jesus heard about John, He withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. But the crowds found out about it and followed Him on foot from the towns. 14:1414 When He stepped ashore and saw a large crowd, He had compassion on them and healed their sick.When He stepped ashore and saw a large crowd, He had compassion on them and healed their sick. 14:1515 When evening came, the disciples came to Him and said, “This is a desolate place, and the hour is already late. Dismiss the crowds so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food.”When evening came, the disciples came to Him and said, “This is a desolate place, and the hour is already late. Dismiss the crowds so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food.” 14:1616 “They do not need to go away,” Jesus replied. “You give them something to eat.”“They do not need to go away,” Jesus replied. “You give them something to eat.” 14:1717 “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered.“We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered. 14:1818 “Bring them here to Me,” Jesus said.“Bring them here to Me,” Jesus said. 14:1919 And He directed the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, He spoke a blessing. Then He broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people.And He directed the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, He spoke a blessing. Then He broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. 14:2020 They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over.They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. 14:2121 About five thousand men were fed, besides women and children.About five thousand men were fed, besides women and children. 14:2222 Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds.Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds. 14:2323 After He had dismissed them, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone,After He had dismissed them, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone, 14:2424 but the boat was already far from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it.but the boat was already far from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. 14:2525 During the fourth watch of the night, Jesus went out to them, walking on the sea.During the fourth watch of the night, Jesus went out to them, walking on the sea. 14:2626 When the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost!” they said, and cried out in fear.When the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost!” they said, and cried out in fear. 14:2727 But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.”But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.” 14:2828 “Lord, if it is You,” Peter replied, “command me to come to You on the water.”“Lord, if it is You,” Peter replied, “command me to come to You on the water.” 14:2929 “Come,” said Jesus. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water, and came toward Jesus.“Come,” said Jesus. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water, and came toward Jesus. 14:3030 But when he saw the strength of the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!”But when he saw the strength of the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!” 14:3131 Immediately Jesus reached out His hand and took hold of Peter. “You of little faith,” He said, “why did you doubt?”Immediately Jesus reached out His hand and took hold of Peter. “You of little faith,” He said, “why did you doubt?” 14:3232 And when they had climbed back into the boat, the wind died down.And when they had climbed back into the boat, the wind died down. 14:3333 Then those who were in the boat worshiped Him, saying, “Truly You are the Son of God!”Then those who were in the boat worshiped Him, saying, “Truly You are the Son of God!” 14:3434 When they had crossed over, they landed at Gennesaret.When they had crossed over, they landed at Gennesaret. 14:3535 And when the men of that place recognized Jesus, they sent word to all the surrounding region. People brought all the sick to HimAnd when the men of that place recognized Jesus, they sent word to all the surrounding region. People brought all the sick to Him 14:3636 and begged Him just to let them touch the fringe of His cloak. And all who touched Him were healed.and begged Him just to let them touch the fringe of His cloak. And all who touched Him were healed.

Matthew 15

15:11 Then some Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem and asked,Then some Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem and asked, 15:22 “Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the elders? They do not wash their hands before they eat.”“Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the elders? They do not wash their hands before they eat.” 15:33 Jesus replied, “And why do you break the command of God for the sake of your tradition?Jesus replied, “And why do you break the command of God for the sake of your tradition? 15:44 For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’ 15:55 But you say that if anyone says to his father or mother, ‘Whatever you would have received from me is a gift devoted to God,’But you say that if anyone says to his father or mother, ‘Whatever you would have received from me is a gift devoted to God,’ 15:66 he need not honor his father or mother with it. Thus you nullify the word of God for the sake of your tradition.he need not honor his father or mother with it. Thus you nullify the word of God for the sake of your tradition. 15:77 You hypocrites! Isaiah prophesied correctly about you:You hypocrites! Isaiah prophesied correctly about you: 15:88 ‘These people honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me.‘These people honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me. 15:99 They worship Me in vain; they teach as doctrine the precepts of men.’”They worship Me in vain; they teach as doctrine the precepts of men.’” 15:1010 Jesus called the crowd to Him and said, “Listen and understand.Jesus called the crowd to Him and said, “Listen and understand. 15:1111 A man is not defiled by what enters his mouth, but by what comes out of it.”A man is not defiled by what enters his mouth, but by what comes out of it.” 15:1212 Then the disciples came to Him and said, “Are You aware that the Pharisees were offended when they heard this?”Then the disciples came to Him and said, “Are You aware that the Pharisees were offended when they heard this?” 15:1313 But Jesus replied, “Every plant that My heavenly Father has not planted will be pulled up by its roots.But Jesus replied, “Every plant that My heavenly Father has not planted will be pulled up by its roots. 15:1414 Disregard them! They are blind guides. If a blind man leads a blind man, both will fall into a pit.”Disregard them! They are blind guides. If a blind man leads a blind man, both will fall into a pit.” 15:1515 Peter said to Him, “Explain this parable to us.”Peter said to Him, “Explain this parable to us.” 15:1616 “Do you still not understand?” Jesus asked.“Do you still not understand?” Jesus asked. 15:1717 “Do you not yet realize that whatever enters the mouth goes into the stomach and then is eliminated?“Do you not yet realize that whatever enters the mouth goes into the stomach and then is eliminated? 15:1818 But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these things defile a man.But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these things defile a man. 15:1919 For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, and slander.For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, and slander. 15:2020 These are what defile a man, but eating with unwashed hands does not defile him.”These are what defile a man, but eating with unwashed hands does not defile him.” 15:2121 Leaving that place, Jesus withdrew to the district of Tyre and Sidon.Leaving that place, Jesus withdrew to the district of Tyre and Sidon. 15:2222 And a Canaanite woman from that region came to Him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is miserably possessed by a demon.”And a Canaanite woman from that region came to Him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is miserably possessed by a demon.” 15:2323 But Jesus did not answer a word. So His disciples came and urged Him, “Send her away, for she keeps crying out after us.”But Jesus did not answer a word. So His disciples came and urged Him, “Send her away, for she keeps crying out after us.” 15:2424 He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.”He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” 15:2525 The woman came and knelt before Him. “Lord, help me!” she said.The woman came and knelt before Him. “Lord, help me!” she said. 15:2626 But Jesus replied, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.”But Jesus replied, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” 15:2727 “Yes, Lord,” she said, “even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their master’s table.”“Yes, Lord,” she said, “even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their master’s table.” 15:2828 “O woman,” Jesus answered, “your faith is great! Let it be done for you as you desire.” And her daughter was healed from that very hour.“O woman,” Jesus answered, “your faith is great! Let it be done for you as you desire.” And her daughter was healed from that very hour. 15:2929 Moving on from there, Jesus went along the Sea of Galilee. Then He went up on a mountain and sat down.Moving on from there, Jesus went along the Sea of Galilee. Then He went up on a mountain and sat down. 15:3030 Large crowds came to Him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and laid them at His feet, and He healed them.Large crowds came to Him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and laid them at His feet, and He healed them. 15:3131 The crowd was amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled restored, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel.The crowd was amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled restored, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel. 15:3232 Then Jesus called His disciples to Him and said, “I have compassion for this crowd, because they have already been with Me three days and have nothing to eat. I do not want to send them away hungry, or they may faint along the way.”Then Jesus called His disciples to Him and said, “I have compassion for this crowd, because they have already been with Me three days and have nothing to eat. I do not want to send them away hungry, or they may faint along the way.” 15:3333 The disciples replied, “Where in this desolate place could we find enough bread to feed such a large crowd?”The disciples replied, “Where in this desolate place could we find enough bread to feed such a large crowd?” 15:3434 “How many loaves do you have?” Jesus asked. “Seven,” they replied, “and a few small fish.”“How many loaves do you have?” Jesus asked. “Seven,” they replied, “and a few small fish.” 15:3535 And He instructed the crowd to sit down on the ground.And He instructed the crowd to sit down on the ground. 15:3636 Taking the seven loaves and the fish, He gave thanks and broke them. Then He gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people.Taking the seven loaves and the fish, He gave thanks and broke them. Then He gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. 15:3737 They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up seven basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over.They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up seven basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. 15:3838 A total of four thousand men were fed, besides women and children.A total of four thousand men were fed, besides women and children. 15:3939 After Jesus had dismissed the crowds, He got into the boat and went to the region of Magadan.After Jesus had dismissed the crowds, He got into the boat and went to the region of Magadan.

Matthew 16

16:11 Then the Pharisees and Sadducees came and tested Jesus by asking Him to show them a sign from heaven.Then the Pharisees and Sadducees came and tested Jesus by asking Him to show them a sign from heaven. 16:22 But He replied, “When evening comes, you say, ‘The weather will be fair, for the sky is red,’But He replied, “When evening comes, you say, ‘The weather will be fair, for the sky is red,’ 16:33 and in the morning, ‘Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but not the signs of the times.and in the morning, ‘Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but not the signs of the times. 16:44 A wicked and adulterous generation demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of Jonah.” Then He left them and went away.A wicked and adulterous generation demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of Jonah.” Then He left them and went away. 16:55 When they crossed to the other side, the disciples forgot to take bread.When they crossed to the other side, the disciples forgot to take bread. 16:66 “Watch out!” Jesus told them. “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees.”“Watch out!” Jesus told them. “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees.” 16:77 They discussed this among themselves and concluded, “It is because we did not bring any bread.”They discussed this among themselves and concluded, “It is because we did not bring any bread.” 16:88 Aware of their conversation, Jesus said, “You of little faith, why are you debating among yourselves about having no bread?Aware of their conversation, Jesus said, “You of little faith, why are you debating among yourselves about having no bread? 16:99 Do you still not understand? Do you not remember the five loaves for the five thousand, and how many basketfuls you gathered?Do you still not understand? Do you not remember the five loaves for the five thousand, and how many basketfuls you gathered? 16:1010 Or the seven loaves for the four thousand, and how many basketfuls you gathered?Or the seven loaves for the four thousand, and how many basketfuls you gathered? 16:1111 How do you not understand that I was not telling you about bread? But beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees.”How do you not understand that I was not telling you about bread? But beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees.” 16:1212 Then they understood that He was not telling them to beware of the leaven used in bread, but of the teaching of the Pharisees and Sadducees.Then they understood that He was not telling them to beware of the leaven used in bread, but of the teaching of the Pharisees and Sadducees. 16:1313 When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, He questioned His disciples: “Who do people say the Son of Man is?”When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, He questioned His disciples: “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” 16:1414 They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.”They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 16:1515 “But what about you?” Jesus asked. “Who do you say I am?”“But what about you?” Jesus asked. “Who do you say I am?” 16:1616 Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” 16:1717 Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah! For this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by My Father in heaven.Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah! For this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by My Father in heaven. 16:1818 And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it.And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it. 16:1919 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.”I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” 16:2020 Then He admonished the disciples not to tell anyone that He was the Christ.Then He admonished the disciples not to tell anyone that He was the Christ. 16:2121 From that time on Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and that He must be killed and on the third day be raised to life.From that time on Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and that He must be killed and on the third day be raised to life. 16:2222 Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him. “Far be it from You, Lord!” he said. “This shall never happen to You!”Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him. “Far be it from You, Lord!” he said. “This shall never happen to You!” 16:2323 But Jesus turned and said to Peter, “Get behind Me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to Me. For you do not have in mind the things of God, but the things of men.”But Jesus turned and said to Peter, “Get behind Me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to Me. For you do not have in mind the things of God, but the things of men.” 16:2424 Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me. 16:2525 For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it.For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it. 16:2626 What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul?What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul? 16:2727 For the Son of Man will come in His Father’s glory with His angels, and then He will repay each one according to what he has done.For the Son of Man will come in His Father’s glory with His angels, and then He will repay each one according to what he has done. 16:2828 Truly I tell you, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom.”Truly I tell you, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom.”

Matthew 17

17:11 After six days Jesus took with Him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves.After six days Jesus took with Him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. 17:22 There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light.There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light. 17:33 Suddenly Moses and Elijah appeared before them, talking with Jesus.Suddenly Moses and Elijah appeared before them, talking with Jesus. 17:44 Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If You wish, I will put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If You wish, I will put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” 17:55 While Peter was still speaking, a bright cloud enveloped them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Listen to Him!”While Peter was still speaking, a bright cloud enveloped them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Listen to Him!” 17:66 When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown in terror.When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown in terror. 17:77 Then Jesus came over and touched them. “Get up,” He said. “Do not be afraid.”Then Jesus came over and touched them. “Get up,” He said. “Do not be afraid.” 17:88 And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus.And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus. 17:99 As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Do not tell anyone about this vision until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.”As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Do not tell anyone about this vision until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.” 17:1010 The disciples asked Him, “Why then do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?”The disciples asked Him, “Why then do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?” 17:1111 Jesus replied, “Elijah does indeed come, and he will restore all things.Jesus replied, “Elijah does indeed come, and he will restore all things. 17:1212 But I tell you that Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way, the Son of Man will suffer at their hands.”But I tell you that Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way, the Son of Man will suffer at their hands.” 17:1313 Then the disciples understood that He was speaking to them about John the Baptist.Then the disciples understood that He was speaking to them about John the Baptist. 17:1414 When they came to the crowd, a man came up to Jesus and knelt before Him.When they came to the crowd, a man came up to Jesus and knelt before Him. 17:1515 “Lord, have mercy on my son,” he said. “He has seizures and is suffering terribly. He often falls into the fire or into the water.“Lord, have mercy on my son,” he said. “He has seizures and is suffering terribly. He often falls into the fire or into the water. 17:1616 I brought him to Your disciples, but they could not heal him.”I brought him to Your disciples, but they could not heal him.” 17:1717 “O unbelieving and perverse generation!” Jesus replied. “How long must I remain with you? How long must I put up with you? Bring the boy here to Me.”“O unbelieving and perverse generation!” Jesus replied. “How long must I remain with you? How long must I put up with you? Bring the boy here to Me.” 17:1818 Then Jesus rebuked the demon, and it came out of the boy, and he was healed from that moment.Then Jesus rebuked the demon, and it came out of the boy, and he was healed from that moment. 17:1919 Afterward the disciples came to Jesus privately and asked, “Why couldn’t we drive it out?”Afterward the disciples came to Jesus privately and asked, “Why couldn’t we drive it out?” 17:2020 “Because you have so little faith,” He answered. “For truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”“Because you have so little faith,” He answered. “For truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” 17:2121 17:2222 When they gathered together in Galilee, Jesus told them, “The Son of Man is about to be delivered into the hands of men.When they gathered together in Galilee, Jesus told them, “The Son of Man is about to be delivered into the hands of men. 17:2323 They will kill Him, and on the third day He will be raised to life.” And the disciples were deeply grieved.They will kill Him, and on the third day He will be raised to life.” And the disciples were deeply grieved. 17:2424 After they had arrived in Capernaum, the collectors of the two-drachma tax came to Peter and asked, “Does your Teacher pay the two drachmas?”After they had arrived in Capernaum, the collectors of the two-drachma tax came to Peter and asked, “Does your Teacher pay the two drachmas?” 17:2525 “Yes,” he answered. When Peter entered the house, Jesus preempted him. “What do you think, Simon?” He asked. “From whom do the kings of the earth collect customs and taxes: from their own sons, or from others?”“Yes,” he answered. When Peter entered the house, Jesus preempted him. “What do you think, Simon?” He asked. “From whom do the kings of the earth collect customs and taxes: from their own sons, or from others?” 17:2626 “From others,” Peter answered. “Then the sons are exempt,” Jesus said to him.“From others,” Peter answered. “Then the sons are exempt,” Jesus said to him. 17:2727 “But so that we may not offend them, go to the sea, cast a hook, and take the first fish you catch. When you open its mouth, you will find a four-drachma coin. Take it and give it to them for My tax and yours.”“But so that we may not offend them, go to the sea, cast a hook, and take the first fish you catch. When you open its mouth, you will find a four-drachma coin. Take it and give it to them for My tax and yours.”

Matthew 18

18:11 At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who then is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?”At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who then is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 18:22 Jesus invited a little child to stand among them.Jesus invited a little child to stand among them. 18:33 “Truly I tell you,” He said, “unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.“Truly I tell you,” He said, “unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. 18:44 Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. 18:55 And whoever welcomes a little child like this in My name welcomes Me.And whoever welcomes a little child like this in My name welcomes Me. 18:66 But if anyone causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to stumble, it would be better for him to have a large millstone hung around his neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea.But if anyone causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to stumble, it would be better for him to have a large millstone hung around his neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea. 18:77 Woe to the world for the causes of sin. These stumbling blocks must come, but woe to the man through whom they come!Woe to the world for the causes of sin. These stumbling blocks must come, but woe to the man through whom they come! 18:88 If your hand or your foot causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life crippled or lame than to have two hands and two feet and be thrown into the eternal fire.If your hand or your foot causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life crippled or lame than to have two hands and two feet and be thrown into the eternal fire. 18:99 And if your eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life with one eye than to have two eyes and be thrown into the fire of hell.And if your eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life with one eye than to have two eyes and be thrown into the fire of hell. 18:1010 See that you do not look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven.See that you do not look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven. 18:1111 18:1212 What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go out to search for the one that is lost?What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go out to search for the one that is lost? 18:1313 And if he finds it, truly I tell you, he rejoices more over that one sheep than over the ninety-nine that did not go astray.And if he finds it, truly I tell you, he rejoices more over that one sheep than over the ninety-nine that did not go astray. 18:1414 In the same way, your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish.In the same way, your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish. 18:1515 If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over.If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. 18:1616 But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ 18:1717 If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, regard him as you would a pagan or a tax collector.If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, regard him as you would a pagan or a tax collector. 18:1818 Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven. 18:1919 Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven.Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. 18:2020 For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.”For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.” 18:2121 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother who sins against me? Up to seven times?”Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother who sins against me? Up to seven times?” 18:2222 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not just seven times, but seventy-seven times!Jesus answered, “I tell you, not just seven times, but seventy-seven times! 18:2323 Because of this, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants.Because of this, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. 18:2424 As he began the settlements, a debtor owing ten thousand talents was brought to him.As he began the settlements, a debtor owing ten thousand talents was brought to him. 18:2525 Since the man was unable to pay, the master ordered that he be sold to pay his debt, along with his wife and children and everything he owned.Since the man was unable to pay, the master ordered that he be sold to pay his debt, along with his wife and children and everything he owned. 18:2626 Then the servant fell on his knees before him. ‘Have patience with me,’ he begged, ‘and I will pay back everything.’Then the servant fell on his knees before him. ‘Have patience with me,’ he begged, ‘and I will pay back everything.’ 18:2727 His master had compassion on him, forgave his debt, and released him.His master had compassion on him, forgave his debt, and released him. 18:2828 But when that servant went out, he found one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii. He grabbed him and began to choke him, saying, ‘Pay back what you owe me!’But when that servant went out, he found one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii. He grabbed him and began to choke him, saying, ‘Pay back what you owe me!’ 18:2929 So his fellow servant fell down and begged him, ‘Have patience with me, and I will pay you back.’So his fellow servant fell down and begged him, ‘Have patience with me, and I will pay you back.’ 18:3030 But he refused. Instead, he went and had the man thrown into prison until he could pay his debt.But he refused. Instead, he went and had the man thrown into prison until he could pay his debt. 18:3131 When his fellow servants saw what had happened, they were greatly distressed, and they went and recounted all of this to their master.When his fellow servants saw what had happened, they were greatly distressed, and they went and recounted all of this to their master. 18:3232 Then the master summoned him and said, ‘You wicked servant! I forgave all your debt because you begged me.Then the master summoned him and said, ‘You wicked servant! I forgave all your debt because you begged me. 18:3333 Shouldn’t you have had mercy on your fellow servant, just as I had on you?’Shouldn’t you have had mercy on your fellow servant, just as I had on you?’ 18:3434 In anger his master turned him over to the jailers to be tortured, until he should repay all that he owed.In anger his master turned him over to the jailers to be tortured, until he should repay all that he owed. 18:3535 That is how My heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother from your heart.”That is how My heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother from your heart.”

Matthew 19

19:11 When Jesus had finished saying these things, He left Galilee and went into the region of Judea beyond the Jordan.When Jesus had finished saying these things, He left Galilee and went into the region of Judea beyond the Jordan. 19:22 Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there. 19:33 Then some Pharisees came and tested Him by asking, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any reason?”Then some Pharisees came and tested Him by asking, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any reason?” 19:44 Jesus answered, “Have you not read that from the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,’Jesus answered, “Have you not read that from the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,’ 19:55 and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’?and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’? 19:66 So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.”So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.” 19:77 “Why then,” they asked, “did Moses order a man to give his wife a certificate of divorce and send her away?”“Why then,” they asked, “did Moses order a man to give his wife a certificate of divorce and send her away?” 19:88 Jesus replied, “Moses permitted you to divorce your wives because of your hardness of heart. But it was not this way from the beginning.Jesus replied, “Moses permitted you to divorce your wives because of your hardness of heart. But it was not this way from the beginning. 19:99 Now I tell you that whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another woman commits adultery.”Now I tell you that whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another woman commits adultery.” 19:1010 His disciples said to Him, “If this is the case between a man and his wife, it is better not to marry.”His disciples said to Him, “If this is the case between a man and his wife, it is better not to marry.” 19:1111 “Not everyone can accept this word,” He replied, “but only those to whom it has been given.“Not everyone can accept this word,” He replied, “but only those to whom it has been given. 19:1212 For there are eunuchs who were born that way; others were made that way by men; and still others live like eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. The one who can accept this should accept it.”For there are eunuchs who were born that way; others were made that way by men; and still others live like eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. The one who can accept this should accept it.” 19:1313 Then little children were brought to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and pray for them. And the disciples rebuked those who brought them.Then little children were brought to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and pray for them. And the disciples rebuked those who brought them. 19:1414 But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” 19:1515 And after He had placed His hands on them, He went on from there.And after He had placed His hands on them, He went on from there. 19:1616 Just then a man came up to Jesus and inquired, “Teacher, what good thing must I do to obtain eternal life?”Just then a man came up to Jesus and inquired, “Teacher, what good thing must I do to obtain eternal life?” 19:1717 “Why do you ask Me about what is good?” Jesus replied. “There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, keep the commandments.”“Why do you ask Me about what is good?” Jesus replied. “There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, keep the commandments.” 19:1818 “Which ones?” the man asked. Jesus answered, “‘Do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not bear false witness,“Which ones?” the man asked. Jesus answered, “‘Do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not bear false witness, 19:1919 honor your father and mother, and love your neighbor as yourself.’”honor your father and mother, and love your neighbor as yourself.’” 19:2020 “All these I have kept,” said the young man. “What do I still lack?”“All these I have kept,” said the young man. “What do I still lack?” 19:2121 Jesus told him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.”Jesus told him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.” 19:2222 When the young man heard this, he went away in sorrow, because he had great wealth.When the young man heard this, he went away in sorrow, because he had great wealth. 19:2323 Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Truly I tell you, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven.Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Truly I tell you, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. 19:2424 Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.”Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.” 19:2525 When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?”When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?” 19:2626 Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” 19:2727 “Look,” Peter replied, “we have left everything to follow You. What then will there be for us?”“Look,” Peter replied, “we have left everything to follow You. What then will there be for us?” 19:2828 Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 19:2929 And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or fields for the sake of My name will receive a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life.And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or fields for the sake of My name will receive a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life. 19:3030 But many who are first will be last, and the last will be first.But many who are first will be last, and the last will be first.

Matthew 20

20:11 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard.“For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard. 20:22 He agreed to pay them a denarius for the day and sent them into his vineyard.He agreed to pay them a denarius for the day and sent them into his vineyard. 20:33 About the third hour he went out and saw others standing in the marketplace doing nothing.About the third hour he went out and saw others standing in the marketplace doing nothing. 20:44 ‘You also go into my vineyard,’ he said, ‘and I will pay you whatever is right.’‘You also go into my vineyard,’ he said, ‘and I will pay you whatever is right.’ 20:55 So they went. He went out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour and did the same thing.So they went. He went out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour and did the same thing. 20:66 About the eleventh hour he went out and found still others standing around. ‘Why have you been standing here all day long doing nothing?’ he asked.About the eleventh hour he went out and found still others standing around. ‘Why have you been standing here all day long doing nothing?’ he asked. 20:77 ‘Because no one has hired us,’ they answered. So he told them, ‘You also go into my vineyard.’‘Because no one has hired us,’ they answered. So he told them, ‘You also go into my vineyard.’ 20:88 When evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the workers and pay them their wages, starting with the last ones hired and moving on to the first.’When evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the workers and pay them their wages, starting with the last ones hired and moving on to the first.’ 20:99 The workers who were hired about the eleventh hour came and each received a denarius.The workers who were hired about the eleventh hour came and each received a denarius. 20:1010 So when the original workers came, they assumed they would receive more. But each of them also received a denarius.So when the original workers came, they assumed they would receive more. But each of them also received a denarius. 20:1111 On receiving their pay, they began to grumble against the landowner.On receiving their pay, they began to grumble against the landowner. 20:1212 ‘These men who were hired last worked only one hour,’ they said, ‘and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden and the scorching heat of the day.’‘These men who were hired last worked only one hour,’ they said, ‘and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden and the scorching heat of the day.’ 20:1313 But he answered one of them, ‘Friend, I am not being unfair to you. Did you not agree with me on one denarius?But he answered one of them, ‘Friend, I am not being unfair to you. Did you not agree with me on one denarius? 20:1414 Take your pay and go. I want to give this last man the same as I gave you.Take your pay and go. I want to give this last man the same as I gave you. 20:1515 Do I not have the right to do as I please with what is mine? Or are you envious because I am generous?’Do I not have the right to do as I please with what is mine? Or are you envious because I am generous?’ 20:1616 So the last will be first, and the first will be last.”So the last will be first, and the first will be last.” 20:1717 As Jesus was going up to Jerusalem, He took the twelve disciples aside and said,As Jesus was going up to Jerusalem, He took the twelve disciples aside and said, 20:1818 “Look, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and scribes. They will condemn Him to death“Look, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and scribes. They will condemn Him to death 20:1919 and will deliver Him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified. And on the third day He will be raised to life.”and will deliver Him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified. And on the third day He will be raised to life.” 20:2020 Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and knelt down to make a request of Him.Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and knelt down to make a request of Him. 20:2121 “What do you want?” He inquired. She answered, “Declare that in Your kingdom one of these two sons of mine may sit at Your right hand, and the other at Your left.”“What do you want?” He inquired. She answered, “Declare that in Your kingdom one of these two sons of mine may sit at Your right hand, and the other at Your left.” 20:2222 “You do not know what you are asking,” Jesus replied. “Can you drink the cup I am going to drink?” “We can,” the brothers answered.“You do not know what you are asking,” Jesus replied. “Can you drink the cup I am going to drink?” “We can,” the brothers answered. 20:2323 “You will indeed drink My cup,” Jesus said. “But to sit at My right or left is not Mine to grant. These seats belong to those for whom My Father has prepared them.”“You will indeed drink My cup,” Jesus said. “But to sit at My right or left is not Mine to grant. These seats belong to those for whom My Father has prepared them.” 20:2424 When the ten heard about this, they were indignant with the two brothers.When the ten heard about this, they were indignant with the two brothers. 20:2525 But Jesus called them aside and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their superiors exercise authority over them.But Jesus called them aside and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their superiors exercise authority over them. 20:2626 It shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant,It shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, 20:2727 and whoever wants to be first among you must be your slave—and whoever wants to be first among you must be your slave— 20:2828 just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” 20:2929 As they were leaving Jericho, a large crowd followed Him.As they were leaving Jericho, a large crowd followed Him. 20:3030 And there were two blind men sitting beside the road. When they heard that Jesus was passing by, they cried out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”And there were two blind men sitting beside the road. When they heard that Jesus was passing by, they cried out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!” 20:3131 The crowd admonished them to be silent, but they cried out all the louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”The crowd admonished them to be silent, but they cried out all the louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!” 20:3232 Jesus stopped and called them. “What do you want Me to do for you?” He asked.Jesus stopped and called them. “What do you want Me to do for you?” He asked. 20:3333 “Lord,” they answered, “let our eyes be opened.”“Lord,” they answered, “let our eyes be opened.” 20:3434 Moved with compassion, Jesus touched their eyes, and at once they received their sight and followed Him.Moved with compassion, Jesus touched their eyes, and at once they received their sight and followed Him.

Matthew 21

21:11 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent out two disciples,As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent out two disciples, 21:22 saying to them, “Go into the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt beside her. Untie them and bring them to Me.saying to them, “Go into the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt beside her. Untie them and bring them to Me. 21:33 If anyone questions you, tell him that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.”If anyone questions you, tell him that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.” 21:44 This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet:This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet: 21:55 “Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your King comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’”“Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your King comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’” 21:66 So the disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them.So the disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them. 21:77 They brought the donkey and the colt and laid their cloaks on them, and Jesus sat on them.They brought the donkey and the colt and laid their cloaks on them, and Jesus sat on them. 21:88 A massive crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road.A massive crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. 21:99 The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!”The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!” 21:1010 When Jesus had entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, “Who is this?”When Jesus had entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, “Who is this?” 21:1111 The crowds replied, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.”The crowds replied, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.” 21:1212 Then Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those selling doves.Then Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those selling doves. 21:1313 And He declared to them, “It is written: ‘My house will be called a house of prayer.’ But you are making it ‘a den of robbers.’”And He declared to them, “It is written: ‘My house will be called a house of prayer.’ But you are making it ‘a den of robbers.’” 21:1414 The blind and the lame came to Him at the temple, and He healed them.The blind and the lame came to Him at the temple, and He healed them. 21:1515 But the chief priests and scribes were indignant when they saw the wonders He performed and the children shouting in the temple courts, “Hosanna to the Son of David!”But the chief priests and scribes were indignant when they saw the wonders He performed and the children shouting in the temple courts, “Hosanna to the Son of David!” 21:1616 “Do You hear what these children are saying?” they asked. “Yes,” Jesus answered. “Have you never read: ‘From the mouths of children and infants You have ordained praise’?”“Do You hear what these children are saying?” they asked. “Yes,” Jesus answered. “Have you never read: ‘From the mouths of children and infants You have ordained praise’?” 21:1717 Then He left them and went out of the city to Bethany, where He spent the night.Then He left them and went out of the city to Bethany, where He spent the night. 21:1818 In the morning, as Jesus was returning to the city, He was hungry.In the morning, as Jesus was returning to the city, He was hungry. 21:1919 Seeing a fig tree by the road, He went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. “May you never bear fruit again!” He said. And immediately the tree withered.Seeing a fig tree by the road, He went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. “May you never bear fruit again!” He said. And immediately the tree withered. 21:2020 When the disciples saw this, they marveled and asked, “How did the fig tree wither so quickly?”When the disciples saw this, they marveled and asked, “How did the fig tree wither so quickly?” 21:2121 “Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “if you have faith and do not doubt, not only will you do what was done to the fig tree, but even if you say to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ it will happen.“Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “if you have faith and do not doubt, not only will you do what was done to the fig tree, but even if you say to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ it will happen. 21:2222 If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” 21:2323 When Jesus returned to the temple courts and began to teach, the chief priests and elders of the people came up to Him. “By what authority are You doing these things?” they asked. “And who gave You this authority?”When Jesus returned to the temple courts and began to teach, the chief priests and elders of the people came up to Him. “By what authority are You doing these things?” they asked. “And who gave You this authority?” 21:2424 “I will also ask you one question,” Jesus replied, “and if you answer Me, I will tell you by what authority I am doing these things.“I will also ask you one question,” Jesus replied, “and if you answer Me, I will tell you by what authority I am doing these things. 21:2525 What was the source of John’s baptism? Was it from heaven or from men?” They deliberated among themselves and said, “If we say, ‘From heaven,’ He will ask, ‘Why then did you not believe him?’What was the source of John’s baptism? Was it from heaven or from men?” They deliberated among themselves and said, “If we say, ‘From heaven,’ He will ask, ‘Why then did you not believe him?’ 21:2626 But if we say, ‘From men,’ we are afraid of the people, for they all regard John as a prophet.”But if we say, ‘From men,’ we are afraid of the people, for they all regard John as a prophet.” 21:2727 So they answered, “We do not know.” And Jesus replied, “Neither will I tell you by what authority I am doing these things.So they answered, “We do not know.” And Jesus replied, “Neither will I tell you by what authority I am doing these things. 21:2828 But what do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first one and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’But what do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first one and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’ 21:2929 ‘I will not,’ he replied. But later he changed his mind and went.‘I will not,’ he replied. But later he changed his mind and went. 21:3030 Then the man went to the second son and told him the same thing. ‘I will, sir,’ he said. But he did not go.Then the man went to the second son and told him the same thing. ‘I will, sir,’ he said. But he did not go. 21:3131 Which of the two did the will of his father?” “The first,” they answered. Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you.Which of the two did the will of his father?” “The first,” they answered. Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you. 21:3232 For John came to you in the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and prostitutes did. And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him.For John came to you in the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and prostitutes did. And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him. 21:3333 Listen to another parable: There was a landowner who planted a vineyard. He put a wall around it, dug a winepress in it, and built a tower. Then he rented it out to some tenants and went away on a journey.Listen to another parable: There was a landowner who planted a vineyard. He put a wall around it, dug a winepress in it, and built a tower. Then he rented it out to some tenants and went away on a journey. 21:3434 When the harvest time drew near, he sent his servants to the tenants to collect his share of the fruit.When the harvest time drew near, he sent his servants to the tenants to collect his share of the fruit. 21:3535 But the tenants seized his servants. They beat one, killed another, and stoned a third.But the tenants seized his servants. They beat one, killed another, and stoned a third. 21:3636 Again, he sent other servants, more than the first group. But the tenants did the same to them.Again, he sent other servants, more than the first group. But the tenants did the same to them. 21:3737 Finally, he sent his son to them. ‘They will respect my son,’ he said.Finally, he sent his son to them. ‘They will respect my son,’ he said. 21:3838 But when the tenants saw the son, they said to one another, ‘This is the heir. Come, let us kill him and take his inheritance.’But when the tenants saw the son, they said to one another, ‘This is the heir. Come, let us kill him and take his inheritance.’ 21:3939 So they seized him and threw him out of the vineyard and killed him.So they seized him and threw him out of the vineyard and killed him. 21:4040 Therefore, when the owner of the vineyard returns, what will he do to those tenants?”Therefore, when the owner of the vineyard returns, what will he do to those tenants?” 21:4141 “He will bring those wretches to a wretched end,” they replied, “and will rent out the vineyard to other tenants who will give him his share of the fruit at harvest time.”“He will bring those wretches to a wretched end,” they replied, “and will rent out the vineyard to other tenants who will give him his share of the fruit at harvest time.” 21:4242 Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the Scriptures: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’?Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the Scriptures: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’? 21:4343 Therefore I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit.Therefore I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit. 21:4444 He who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed.”He who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed.” 21:4545 When the chief priests and Pharisees heard His parables, they knew that Jesus was speaking about them.When the chief priests and Pharisees heard His parables, they knew that Jesus was speaking about them. 21:4646 Although they wanted to arrest Him, they were afraid of the crowds, because the people regarded Him as a prophet.Although they wanted to arrest Him, they were afraid of the crowds, because the people regarded Him as a prophet.

Matthew 22

22:11 Once again, Jesus spoke to them in parables:Once again, Jesus spoke to them in parables: 22:22 “The kingdom of heaven is like a king who prepared a wedding banquet for his son.“The kingdom of heaven is like a king who prepared a wedding banquet for his son. 22:33 He sent his servants to call those he had invited to the banquet, but they refused to come.He sent his servants to call those he had invited to the banquet, but they refused to come. 22:44 Again, he sent other servants and said, ‘Tell those who have been invited that I have prepared my dinner. My oxen and fattened cattle have been killed, and everything is ready. Come to the wedding banquet.’Again, he sent other servants and said, ‘Tell those who have been invited that I have prepared my dinner. My oxen and fattened cattle have been killed, and everything is ready. Come to the wedding banquet.’ 22:55 But they paid no attention and went away, one to his field, another to his business.But they paid no attention and went away, one to his field, another to his business. 22:66 The rest seized his servants, mistreated them, and killed them.The rest seized his servants, mistreated them, and killed them. 22:77 The king was enraged, and he sent his troops to destroy those murderers and burn their city.The king was enraged, and he sent his troops to destroy those murderers and burn their city. 22:88 Then he said to his servants, ‘The wedding banquet is ready, but those I invited were not worthy.Then he said to his servants, ‘The wedding banquet is ready, but those I invited were not worthy. 22:99 Go therefore to the crossroads and invite to the banquet as many as you can find.’Go therefore to the crossroads and invite to the banquet as many as you can find.’ 22:1010 So the servants went out into the streets and gathered everyone they could find, both evil and good, and the wedding hall was filled with guests.So the servants went out into the streets and gathered everyone they could find, both evil and good, and the wedding hall was filled with guests. 22:1111 But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes.But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes. 22:1212 ‘Friend,’ he asked, ‘how did you get in here without wedding clothes?’ But the man was speechless.‘Friend,’ he asked, ‘how did you get in here without wedding clothes?’ But the man was speechless. 22:1313 Then the king told the servants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’Then the king told the servants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ 22:1414 For many are called, but few are chosen.”For many are called, but few are chosen.” 22:1515 Then the Pharisees went out and conspired to trap Jesus in His words.Then the Pharisees went out and conspired to trap Jesus in His words. 22:1616 They sent their disciples to Him along with the Herodians. “Teacher,” they said, “we know that You are honest and that You teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You seek favor from no one, because You pay no attention to external appearance.They sent their disciples to Him along with the Herodians. “Teacher,” they said, “we know that You are honest and that You teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You seek favor from no one, because You pay no attention to external appearance. 22:1717 So tell us what You think: Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar or not?”So tell us what You think: Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar or not?” 22:1818 But Jesus knew their evil intent and said, “You hypocrites, why are you testing Me?But Jesus knew their evil intent and said, “You hypocrites, why are you testing Me? 22:1919 Show Me the coin used for the tax.” And they brought Him a denarius.Show Me the coin used for the tax.” And they brought Him a denarius. 22:2020 “Whose image is this,” He asked, “and whose inscription?”“Whose image is this,” He asked, “and whose inscription?” 22:2121 “Caesar’s,” they answered. So Jesus told them, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.”“Caesar’s,” they answered. So Jesus told them, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.” 22:2222 And when they heard this, they were amazed. So they left Him and went away.And when they heard this, they were amazed. So they left Him and went away. 22:2323 That same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him.That same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him. 22:2424 “Teacher,” they said, “Moses declared that if a man dies without having children, his brother is to marry the widow and raise up offspring for him.“Teacher,” they said, “Moses declared that if a man dies without having children, his brother is to marry the widow and raise up offspring for him. 22:2525 Now there were seven brothers among us. The first one married and died without having children. So he left his wife to his brother.Now there were seven brothers among us. The first one married and died without having children. So he left his wife to his brother. 22:2626 The same thing happened to the second and third brothers, down to the seventh.The same thing happened to the second and third brothers, down to the seventh. 22:2727 And last of all, the woman died.And last of all, the woman died. 22:2828 In the resurrection, then, whose wife will she be of the seven? For all of them were married to her.”In the resurrection, then, whose wife will she be of the seven? For all of them were married to her.” 22:2929 Jesus answered, “You are mistaken because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God.Jesus answered, “You are mistaken because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God. 22:3030 In the resurrection, people will neither marry nor be given in marriage. Instead, they will be like the angels in heaven.In the resurrection, people will neither marry nor be given in marriage. Instead, they will be like the angels in heaven. 22:3131 But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what God said to you:But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what God said to you: 22:3232 ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.”‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” 22:3333 When the crowds heard this, they were astonished at His teaching.When the crowds heard this, they were astonished at His teaching. 22:3434 And when the Pharisees heard that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, they themselves gathered together.And when the Pharisees heard that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, they themselves gathered together. 22:3535 One of them, an expert in the law, tested Him with a question:One of them, an expert in the law, tested Him with a question: 22:3636 “Teacher, which commandment is the greatest in the Law?”“Teacher, which commandment is the greatest in the Law?” 22:3737 Jesus declared, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’Jesus declared, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ 22:3838 This is the first and greatest commandment.This is the first and greatest commandment. 22:3939 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ 22:4040 All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” 22:4141 While the Pharisees were assembled, Jesus questioned them:While the Pharisees were assembled, Jesus questioned them: 22:4242 “What do you think about the Christ? Whose son is He?” “David’s,” they answered.“What do you think about the Christ? Whose son is He?” “David’s,” they answered. 22:4343 Jesus said to them, “How then does David in the Spirit call Him ‘Lord’? For he says:Jesus said to them, “How then does David in the Spirit call Him ‘Lord’? For he says: 22:4444 ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’ 22:4545 So if David calls Him ‘Lord,’ how can He be David’s son?”So if David calls Him ‘Lord,’ how can He be David’s son?” 22:4646 No one was able to answer a word, and from that day on no one dared to question Him any further.No one was able to answer a word, and from that day on no one dared to question Him any further.

Matthew 23

23:11 Then Jesus spoke to the crowds and to His disciples:Then Jesus spoke to the crowds and to His disciples: 23:22 “The scribes and Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat.“The scribes and Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. 23:33 So practice and observe everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach.So practice and observe everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach. 23:44 They tie up heavy, burdensome loads and lay them on men’s shoulders, but they themselves are not willing to lift a finger to move them.They tie up heavy, burdensome loads and lay them on men’s shoulders, but they themselves are not willing to lift a finger to move them. 23:55 All their deeds are done for men to see. They broaden their phylacteries and lengthen their tassels.All their deeds are done for men to see. They broaden their phylacteries and lengthen their tassels. 23:66 They love the places of honor at banquets, the chief seats in the synagogues,They love the places of honor at banquets, the chief seats in the synagogues, 23:77 the greetings in the marketplaces, and the title of ‘Rabbi’ by which they are addressed.the greetings in the marketplaces, and the title of ‘Rabbi’ by which they are addressed. 23:88 But you are not to be called ‘Rabbi,’ for you have one Teacher, and you are all brothers.But you are not to be called ‘Rabbi,’ for you have one Teacher, and you are all brothers. 23:99 And do not call anyone on earth your father, for you have one Father, who is in heaven.And do not call anyone on earth your father, for you have one Father, who is in heaven. 23:1010 Nor are you to be called instructors, for you have one Instructor, the Christ.Nor are you to be called instructors, for you have one Instructor, the Christ. 23:1111 The greatest among you shall be your servant.The greatest among you shall be your servant. 23:1212 For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. 23:1313 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You shut the kingdom of heaven in men’s faces. You yourselves do not enter, nor will you let in those who wish to enter.Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You shut the kingdom of heaven in men’s faces. You yourselves do not enter, nor will you let in those who wish to enter. 23:1414 23:1515 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You traverse land and sea to win a single convert, and when he becomes one, you make him twice as much a son of hell as you are.Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You traverse land and sea to win a single convert, and when he becomes one, you make him twice as much a son of hell as you are. 23:1616 Woe to you, blind guides! You say, ‘If anyone swears by the temple, it means nothing; but if anyone swears by the gold of the temple, he is bound by his oath.’Woe to you, blind guides! You say, ‘If anyone swears by the temple, it means nothing; but if anyone swears by the gold of the temple, he is bound by his oath.’ 23:1717 You blind fools! Which is greater: the gold, or the temple that makes it sacred?You blind fools! Which is greater: the gold, or the temple that makes it sacred? 23:1818 And you say, ‘If anyone swears by the altar, it means nothing; but if anyone swears by the gift on it, he is bound by his oath.’And you say, ‘If anyone swears by the altar, it means nothing; but if anyone swears by the gift on it, he is bound by his oath.’ 23:1919 You blind men! Which is greater: the gift, or the altar that makes it sacred?You blind men! Which is greater: the gift, or the altar that makes it sacred? 23:2020 So then, he who swears by the altar swears by it and by everything on it.So then, he who swears by the altar swears by it and by everything on it. 23:2121 And he who swears by the temple swears by it and by the One who dwells in it.And he who swears by the temple swears by it and by the One who dwells in it. 23:2222 And he who swears by heaven swears by God’s throne and by the One who sits on it.And he who swears by heaven swears by God’s throne and by the One who sits on it. 23:2323 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You pay tithes of mint, dill, and cumin. But you have disregarded the weightier matters of the law: justice, mercy, and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former.Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You pay tithes of mint, dill, and cumin. But you have disregarded the weightier matters of the law: justice, mercy, and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former. 23:2424 You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel.You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel. 23:2525 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence.Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence. 23:2626 Blind Pharisee! First clean the inside of the cup and dish, so that the outside may become clean as well.Blind Pharisee! First clean the inside of the cup and dish, so that the outside may become clean as well. 23:2727 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity.Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity. 23:2828 In the same way, on the outside you appear to be righteous, but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness.In the same way, on the outside you appear to be righteous, but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness. 23:2929 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You build tombs for the prophets and decorate the monuments of the righteous.Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You build tombs for the prophets and decorate the monuments of the righteous. 23:3030 And you say, ‘If we had lived in the days of our fathers, we would not have been partners with them in shedding the blood of the prophets.’And you say, ‘If we had lived in the days of our fathers, we would not have been partners with them in shedding the blood of the prophets.’ 23:3131 So you testify against yourselves that you are the sons of those who murdered the prophets.So you testify against yourselves that you are the sons of those who murdered the prophets. 23:3232 Fill up, then, the measure of the sin of your fathers.Fill up, then, the measure of the sin of your fathers. 23:3333 You snakes! You brood of vipers! How will you escape the sentence of hell?You snakes! You brood of vipers! How will you escape the sentence of hell? 23:3434 Because of this, I am sending you prophets and wise men and teachers. Some of them you will kill and crucify, and others you will flog in your synagogues and persecute from town to town.Because of this, I am sending you prophets and wise men and teachers. Some of them you will kill and crucify, and others you will flog in your synagogues and persecute from town to town. 23:3535 And so upon you will come all the righteous blood shed on earth, from the blood of righteous Abel to the blood of Zechariah son of Berechiah, whom you murdered between the temple and the altar.And so upon you will come all the righteous blood shed on earth, from the blood of righteous Abel to the blood of Zechariah son of Berechiah, whom you murdered between the temple and the altar. 23:3636 Truly I tell you, all these things will come upon this generation.Truly I tell you, all these things will come upon this generation. 23:3737 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling!O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling! 23:3838 Look, your house is left to you desolate.Look, your house is left to you desolate. 23:3939 For I tell you that you will not see Me again until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.’”For I tell you that you will not see Me again until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.’”

Matthew 24

24:11 As Jesus left the temple and was walking away, His disciples came up to Him to point out its buildings.As Jesus left the temple and was walking away, His disciples came up to Him to point out its buildings. 24:22 “Do you see all these things?” He replied. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”“Do you see all these things?” He replied. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.” 24:33 While Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will these things happen, and what will be the sign of Your coming and of the end of the age?”While Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will these things happen, and what will be the sign of Your coming and of the end of the age?” 24:44 Jesus answered, “See to it that no one deceives you.Jesus answered, “See to it that no one deceives you. 24:55 For many will come in My name, claiming, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many.For many will come in My name, claiming, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many. 24:66 You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. These things must happen, but the end is still to come.You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. These things must happen, but the end is still to come. 24:77 Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places.Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. 24:88 All these are the beginning of birth pains.All these are the beginning of birth pains. 24:99 Then they will deliver you over to be persecuted and killed, and you will be hated by all nations because of My name.Then they will deliver you over to be persecuted and killed, and you will be hated by all nations because of My name. 24:1010 At that time many will fall away and will betray and hate one another,At that time many will fall away and will betray and hate one another, 24:1111 and many false prophets will arise and deceive many.and many false prophets will arise and deceive many. 24:1212 Because of the multiplication of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold.Because of the multiplication of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold. 24:1313 But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved.But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved. 24:1414 And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. 24:1515 So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by the prophet Daniel (let the reader understand),So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by the prophet Daniel (let the reader understand), 24:1616 then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains.then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains. 24:1717 Let no one on the housetop come down to retrieve anything from his house.Let no one on the housetop come down to retrieve anything from his house. 24:1818 And let no one in the field return for his cloak.And let no one in the field return for his cloak. 24:1919 How miserable those days will be for pregnant and nursing mothers!How miserable those days will be for pregnant and nursing mothers! 24:2020 Pray that your flight will not occur in the winter or on the Sabbath.Pray that your flight will not occur in the winter or on the Sabbath. 24:2121 For at that time there will be great tribulation, unseen from the beginning of the world until now, and never to be seen again.For at that time there will be great tribulation, unseen from the beginning of the world until now, and never to be seen again. 24:2222 If those days had not been cut short, nobody would be saved. But for the sake of the elect, those days will be cut short.If those days had not been cut short, nobody would be saved. But for the sake of the elect, those days will be cut short. 24:2323 At that time, if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There He is!’ do not believe it.At that time, if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There He is!’ do not believe it. 24:2424 For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive even the elect, if that were possible.For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive even the elect, if that were possible. 24:2525 See, I have told you in advance.See, I have told you in advance. 24:2626 So if they tell you, ‘There He is, in the wilderness,’ do not go out, or, ‘Here He is, in the inner rooms,’ do not believe it.So if they tell you, ‘There He is, in the wilderness,’ do not go out, or, ‘Here He is, in the inner rooms,’ do not believe it. 24:2727 For just as the lightning comes from the east and flashes as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man.For just as the lightning comes from the east and flashes as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 24:2828 Wherever there is a carcass, there the vultures will gather.Wherever there is a carcass, there the vultures will gather. 24:2929 Immediately after the tribulation of those days: ‘The sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; the stars will fall from the sky, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken.’Immediately after the tribulation of those days: ‘The sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; the stars will fall from the sky, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken.’ 24:3030 At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and all the tribes of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and all the tribes of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. 24:3131 And He will send out His angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather His elect from the four winds, from one end of the heavens to the other.And He will send out His angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather His elect from the four winds, from one end of the heavens to the other. 24:3232 Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its branches become tender and sprout leaves, you know that summer is near.Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its branches become tender and sprout leaves, you know that summer is near. 24:3333 So also, when you see all these things, you will know that He is near, right at the door.So also, when you see all these things, you will know that He is near, right at the door. 24:3434 Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened.Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened. 24:3535 Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away. 24:3636 No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 24:3737 As it was in the days of Noah, so will it be at the coming of the Son of Man.As it was in the days of Noah, so will it be at the coming of the Son of Man. 24:3838 For in the days before the flood, people were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, up to the day Noah entered the ark.For in the days before the flood, people were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, up to the day Noah entered the ark. 24:3939 And they were oblivious until the flood came and swept them all away. So will it be at the coming of the Son of Man.And they were oblivious until the flood came and swept them all away. So will it be at the coming of the Son of Man. 24:4040 Two men will be in the field: one will be taken and the other left.Two men will be in the field: one will be taken and the other left. 24:4141 Two women will be grinding at the mill: one will be taken and the other left.Two women will be grinding at the mill: one will be taken and the other left. 24:4242 Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day on which your Lord will come.Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day on which your Lord will come. 24:4343 But understand this: If the homeowner had known in which watch of the night the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house be broken into.But understand this: If the homeowner had known in which watch of the night the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house be broken into. 24:4444 For this reason, you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour you do not expect.For this reason, you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour you do not expect. 24:4545 Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household, to give the others their food at the proper time?Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household, to give the others their food at the proper time? 24:4646 Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns.Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. 24:4747 Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. 24:4848 But suppose that servant is wicked and says in his heart, ‘My master will be away a long time.’But suppose that servant is wicked and says in his heart, ‘My master will be away a long time.’ 24:4949 And he begins to beat his fellow servants and to eat and drink with drunkards.And he begins to beat his fellow servants and to eat and drink with drunkards. 24:5050 The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate.The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate. 24:5151 Then he will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the hypocrites, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.Then he will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the hypocrites, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.

Matthew 25

25:11 “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.“At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 25:22 Five of them were foolish, and five were wise.Five of them were foolish, and five were wise. 25:33 The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take along any extra oil.The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take along any extra oil. 25:44 But the wise ones took oil in flasks along with their lamps.But the wise ones took oil in flasks along with their lamps. 25:55 When the bridegroom was delayed, they all became drowsy and fell asleep.When the bridegroom was delayed, they all became drowsy and fell asleep. 25:66 At midnight the cry rang out: ‘Here is the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!’At midnight the cry rang out: ‘Here is the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!’ 25:77 Then all the virgins woke up and trimmed their lamps.Then all the virgins woke up and trimmed their lamps. 25:88 The foolish ones said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil; our lamps are going out.’The foolish ones said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil; our lamps are going out.’ 25:99 ‘No,’ said the wise ones, ‘or there may not be enough for both us and you. Instead, go to those who sell oil and buy some for yourselves.’‘No,’ said the wise ones, ‘or there may not be enough for both us and you. Instead, go to those who sell oil and buy some for yourselves.’ 25:1010 But while they were on their way to buy it, the bridegroom arrived. Those who were ready went in with him to the wedding banquet, and the door was shut.But while they were on their way to buy it, the bridegroom arrived. Those who were ready went in with him to the wedding banquet, and the door was shut. 25:1111 Later the other virgins arrived and said, ‘Lord, lord, open the door for us!’Later the other virgins arrived and said, ‘Lord, lord, open the door for us!’ 25:1212 But he replied, ‘Truly I tell you, I do not know you.’But he replied, ‘Truly I tell you, I do not know you.’ 25:1313 Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour.Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour. 25:1414 For it is just like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted them with his possessions.For it is just like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted them with his possessions. 25:1515 To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to another one talent—each according to his own ability. And he went on his journey.To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to another one talent—each according to his own ability. And he went on his journey. 25:1616 The servant who had received the five talents went at once and put them to work and gained five more.The servant who had received the five talents went at once and put them to work and gained five more. 25:1717 Likewise, the one with the two talents gained two more.Likewise, the one with the two talents gained two more. 25:1818 But the servant who had received the one talent went off, dug a hole in the ground, and hid his master’s money.But the servant who had received the one talent went off, dug a hole in the ground, and hid his master’s money. 25:1919 After a long time the master of those servants returned and settled accounts with them.After a long time the master of those servants returned and settled accounts with them. 25:2020 The servant who had received the five talents came and presented five more. ‘Master,’ he said, ‘you entrusted me with five talents. See, I have gained five more.’The servant who had received the five talents came and presented five more. ‘Master,’ he said, ‘you entrusted me with five talents. See, I have gained five more.’ 25:2121 His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’ 25:2222 The servant who had received the two talents also came and said, ‘Master, you entrusted me with two talents. See, I have gained two more.’The servant who had received the two talents also came and said, ‘Master, you entrusted me with two talents. See, I have gained two more.’ 25:2323 His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’ 25:2424 Finally, the servant who had received the one talent came and said, ‘Master, I knew that you are a hard man, reaping where you have not sown and gathering where you have not scattered seed.Finally, the servant who had received the one talent came and said, ‘Master, I knew that you are a hard man, reaping where you have not sown and gathering where you have not scattered seed. 25:2525 So I was afraid and went out and hid your talent in the ground. See, you have what belongs to you.’So I was afraid and went out and hid your talent in the ground. See, you have what belongs to you.’ 25:2626 ‘You wicked, lazy servant!’ replied his master. ‘You knew that I reap where I have not sown and gather where I have not scattered seed.‘You wicked, lazy servant!’ replied his master. ‘You knew that I reap where I have not sown and gather where I have not scattered seed. 25:2727 Then you should have deposited my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received it back with interest.Then you should have deposited my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received it back with interest. 25:2828 Therefore take the talent from him and give it to the one who has ten talents.Therefore take the talent from him and give it to the one who has ten talents. 25:2929 For everyone who has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. But the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.For everyone who has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. But the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him. 25:3030 And throw that worthless servant into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’And throw that worthless servant into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ 25:3131 When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the angels with Him, He will sit on His glorious throne.When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the angels with Him, He will sit on His glorious throne. 25:3232 All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. 25:3333 He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left.He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left. 25:3434 Then the King will say to those on His right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.Then the King will say to those on His right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. 25:3535 For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in,For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in, 25:3636 I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’ 25:3737 Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink?Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink? 25:3838 When did we see You a stranger and take You in, or naked and clothe You?When did we see You a stranger and take You in, or naked and clothe You? 25:3939 When did we see You sick or in prison and visit You?’When did we see You sick or in prison and visit You?’ 25:4040 And the King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.’And the King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.’ 25:4141 Then He will say to those on His left, ‘Depart from Me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.Then He will say to those on His left, ‘Depart from Me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. 25:4242 For I was hungry and you gave Me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me nothing to drink,For I was hungry and you gave Me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me nothing to drink, 25:4343 I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, I was naked and you did not clothe Me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after Me.’I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, I was naked and you did not clothe Me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after Me.’ 25:4444 And they too will reply, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and did not minister to You?’And they too will reply, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and did not minister to You?’ 25:4545 Then the King will answer, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for Me.’Then the King will answer, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for Me.’ 25:4646 And they will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”And they will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”

Matthew 26

26:11 When Jesus had finished saying all these things, He told His disciples,When Jesus had finished saying all these things, He told His disciples, 26:22 “You know that the Passover is two days away, and the Son of Man will be handed over to be crucified.”“You know that the Passover is two days away, and the Son of Man will be handed over to be crucified.” 26:33 At that time the chief priests and elders of the people assembled in the courtyard of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas,At that time the chief priests and elders of the people assembled in the courtyard of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas, 26:44 and they conspired to arrest Jesus covertly and kill Him.and they conspired to arrest Jesus covertly and kill Him. 26:55 “But not during the feast,” they said, “or there may be a riot among the people.”“But not during the feast,” they said, “or there may be a riot among the people.” 26:66 While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper,While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, 26:77 a woman came to Him with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, which she poured on His head as He reclined at the table.a woman came to Him with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, which she poured on His head as He reclined at the table. 26:88 When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, “Why this waste?When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, “Why this waste? 26:99 This perfume could have been sold at a high price, and the money given to the poor.”This perfume could have been sold at a high price, and the money given to the poor.” 26:1010 Aware of this, Jesus asked, “Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a beautiful deed to Me.Aware of this, Jesus asked, “Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a beautiful deed to Me. 26:1111 The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me.The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me. 26:1212 By pouring this perfume on Me, she has prepared My body for burial.By pouring this perfume on Me, she has prepared My body for burial. 26:1313 Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.”Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.” 26:1414 Then one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priestsThen one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests 26:1515 and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I hand Him over to you?” And they set out for him thirty pieces of silver.and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I hand Him over to you?” And they set out for him thirty pieces of silver. 26:1616 So from then on Judas looked for an opportunity to betray Jesus.So from then on Judas looked for an opportunity to betray Jesus. 26:1717 On the first day of the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Where do You want us to prepare for You to eat the Passover?”On the first day of the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Where do You want us to prepare for You to eat the Passover?” 26:1818 He answered, “Go into the city to a certain man and tell him that the Teacher says, ‘My time is near. I will keep the Passover with My disciples at your house.’”He answered, “Go into the city to a certain man and tell him that the Teacher says, ‘My time is near. I will keep the Passover with My disciples at your house.’” 26:1919 So the disciples did as Jesus had directed them and prepared the Passover.So the disciples did as Jesus had directed them and prepared the Passover. 26:2020 When evening came, Jesus was reclining with the twelve disciples.When evening came, Jesus was reclining with the twelve disciples. 26:2121 And while they were eating, He said to them, “Truly I tell you, one of you will betray Me.”And while they were eating, He said to them, “Truly I tell you, one of you will betray Me.” 26:2222 They were deeply grieved and began to ask Him one after another, “Surely not I, Lord?”They were deeply grieved and began to ask Him one after another, “Surely not I, Lord?” 26:2323 Jesus answered, “The one who has dipped his hand into the bowl with Me will betray Me.Jesus answered, “The one who has dipped his hand into the bowl with Me will betray Me. 26:2424 The Son of Man will go just as it is written about Him, but woe to that man by whom He is betrayed. It would be better for him if he had not been born.”The Son of Man will go just as it is written about Him, but woe to that man by whom He is betrayed. It would be better for him if he had not been born.” 26:2525 Then Judas, who would betray Him, said, “Surely not I, Rabbi?” Jesus answered, “You have said it yourself.”Then Judas, who would betray Him, said, “Surely not I, Rabbi?” Jesus answered, “You have said it yourself.” 26:2626 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, spoke a blessing and broke it, and gave it to the disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is My body.”While they were eating, Jesus took bread, spoke a blessing and broke it, and gave it to the disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is My body.” 26:2727 Then He took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you.Then He took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. 26:2828 This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. 26:2929 I tell you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it anew with you in My Father’s kingdom.”I tell you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it anew with you in My Father’s kingdom.” 26:3030 And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives. 26:3131 Then Jesus said to them, “This very night you will all fall away on account of Me. For it is written: ‘I will strike the Shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’Then Jesus said to them, “This very night you will all fall away on account of Me. For it is written: ‘I will strike the Shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’ 26:3232 But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee.”But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee.” 26:3333 Peter said to Him, “Even if all fall away on account of You, I never will.”Peter said to Him, “Even if all fall away on account of You, I never will.” 26:3434 “Truly I tell you,” Jesus declared, “this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.”“Truly I tell you,” Jesus declared, “this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” 26:3535 Peter replied, “Even if I have to die with You, I will never deny You.” And all the other disciples said the same thing.Peter replied, “Even if I have to die with You, I will never deny You.” And all the other disciples said the same thing. 26:3636 Then Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and He told them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.”Then Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and He told them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.” 26:3737 He took with Him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee and began to be sorrowful and deeply distressed.He took with Him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee and began to be sorrowful and deeply distressed. 26:3838 Then He said to them, “My soul is consumed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me.”Then He said to them, “My soul is consumed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me.” 26:3939 Going a little farther, He fell facedown and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.”Going a little farther, He fell facedown and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.” 26:4040 Then Jesus returned to the disciples and found them sleeping. “Were you not able to keep watch with Me for one hour?” He asked Peter.Then Jesus returned to the disciples and found them sleeping. “Were you not able to keep watch with Me for one hour?” He asked Peter. 26:4141 “Watch and pray so that you will not enter into temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.”“Watch and pray so that you will not enter into temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.” 26:4242 A second time He went away and prayed, “My Father, if this cup cannot pass unless I drink it, may Your will be done.”A second time He went away and prayed, “My Father, if this cup cannot pass unless I drink it, may Your will be done.” 26:4343 And again Jesus returned and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy.And again Jesus returned and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy. 26:4444 So He left them and went away once more and prayed a third time, saying the same thing.So He left them and went away once more and prayed a third time, saying the same thing. 26:4545 Then He returned to the disciples and said, “Are you still sleeping and resting? Look, the hour is near, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.Then He returned to the disciples and said, “Are you still sleeping and resting? Look, the hour is near, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. 26:4646 Rise, let us go! See, My betrayer is approaching!”Rise, let us go! See, My betrayer is approaching!” 26:4747 While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and elders of the people.While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and elders of the people. 26:4848 Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The One I kiss is the man; arrest Him.”Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The One I kiss is the man; arrest Him.” 26:4949 Going directly to Jesus, he said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed Him.Going directly to Jesus, he said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed Him. 26:5050 “Friend,” Jesus replied, “do what you came for.” Then the men stepped forward, seized Jesus, and arrested Him.“Friend,” Jesus replied, “do what you came for.” Then the men stepped forward, seized Jesus, and arrested Him. 26:5151 At this, one of Jesus’ companions drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his ear.At this, one of Jesus’ companions drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his ear. 26:5252 “Put your sword back in its place,” Jesus said to him. “For all who draw the sword will die by the sword.“Put your sword back in its place,” Jesus said to him. “For all who draw the sword will die by the sword. 26:5353 Are you not aware that I can call on My Father, and He will at once put at My disposal more than twelve legions of angels?Are you not aware that I can call on My Father, and He will at once put at My disposal more than twelve legions of angels? 26:5454 But how then would the Scriptures be fulfilled that say it must happen this way?”But how then would the Scriptures be fulfilled that say it must happen this way?” 26:5555 At that time Jesus said to the crowd, “Have you come out with swords and clubs to arrest Me as you would an outlaw? Every day I sat teaching in the temple courts, and you did not arrest Me.At that time Jesus said to the crowd, “Have you come out with swords and clubs to arrest Me as you would an outlaw? Every day I sat teaching in the temple courts, and you did not arrest Me. 26:5656 But this has all happened so that the writings of the prophets would be fulfilled.” Then all the disciples deserted Him and fled.But this has all happened so that the writings of the prophets would be fulfilled.” Then all the disciples deserted Him and fled. 26:5757 Those who had arrested Jesus led Him away to the house of Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and elders had gathered.Those who had arrested Jesus led Him away to the house of Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and elders had gathered. 26:5858 But Peter followed Him at a distance, right up to the courtyard of the high priest. And he went in and sat down with the guards to see the outcome.But Peter followed Him at a distance, right up to the courtyard of the high priest. And he went in and sat down with the guards to see the outcome. 26:5959 Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking false testimony against Jesus in order to put Him to death.Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking false testimony against Jesus in order to put Him to death. 26:6060 But they did not find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally two came forwardBut they did not find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally two came forward 26:6161 and declared, “This man said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God and rebuild it in three days.’”and declared, “This man said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God and rebuild it in three days.’” 26:6262 So the high priest stood up and asked Him, “Have You no answer? What are these men testifying against You?”So the high priest stood up and asked Him, “Have You no answer? What are these men testifying against You?” 26:6363 But Jesus remained silent. Then the high priest said to Him, “I charge You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God.”But Jesus remained silent. Then the high priest said to Him, “I charge You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God.” 26:6464 “You have said it yourself,” Jesus answered. “But I say to all of you, from now on you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of Power and coming on the clouds of heaven.”“You have said it yourself,” Jesus answered. “But I say to all of you, from now on you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of Power and coming on the clouds of heaven.” 26:6565 At this, the high priest tore his clothes and declared, “He has blasphemed! Why do we need any more witnesses? Look, now you have heard the blasphemy.At this, the high priest tore his clothes and declared, “He has blasphemed! Why do we need any more witnesses? Look, now you have heard the blasphemy. 26:6666 What do you think?” “He deserves to die,” they answered.What do you think?” “He deserves to die,” they answered. 26:6767 Then they spit in His face and struck Him. Others slapped HimThen they spit in His face and struck Him. Others slapped Him 26:6868 and said, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who hit You?”and said, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who hit You?” 26:6969 Meanwhile, Peter was sitting out in the courtyard, and a servant girl came up to him. “You also were with Jesus the Galilean,” she said.Meanwhile, Peter was sitting out in the courtyard, and a servant girl came up to him. “You also were with Jesus the Galilean,” she said. 26:7070 But he denied it before them all: “I do not know what you are talking about.”But he denied it before them all: “I do not know what you are talking about.” 26:7171 When Peter had gone out to the gateway, another servant girl saw him and said to the people there, “This man was with Jesus of Nazareth.”When Peter had gone out to the gateway, another servant girl saw him and said to the people there, “This man was with Jesus of Nazareth.” 26:7272 And again he denied it with an oath: “I do not know the man!”And again he denied it with an oath: “I do not know the man!” 26:7373 After a little while, those standing nearby came up to Peter. “Surely you are one of them,” they said, “for your accent gives you away.”After a little while, those standing nearby came up to Peter. “Surely you are one of them,” they said, “for your accent gives you away.” 26:7474 At that he began to curse and swear to them, “I do not know the man!” And immediately a rooster crowed.At that he began to curse and swear to them, “I do not know the man!” And immediately a rooster crowed. 26:7575 Then Peter remembered the word that Jesus had spoken: “Before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” And he went outside and wept bitterly.Then Peter remembered the word that Jesus had spoken: “Before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” And he went outside and wept bitterly.

Matthew 27

27:11 When morning came, all the chief priests and elders of the people conspired against Jesus to put Him to death.When morning came, all the chief priests and elders of the people conspired against Jesus to put Him to death. 27:22 They bound Him, led Him away, and handed Him over to Pilate the governor.They bound Him, led Him away, and handed Him over to Pilate the governor. 27:33 When Judas, who had betrayed Him, saw that Jesus was condemned, he was filled with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders.When Judas, who had betrayed Him, saw that Jesus was condemned, he was filled with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders. 27:44 “I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What is that to us?” they replied. “You bear the responsibility.”“I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What is that to us?” they replied. “You bear the responsibility.” 27:55 So Judas threw the silver into the temple and left. Then he went away and hanged himself.So Judas threw the silver into the temple and left. Then he went away and hanged himself. 27:66 The chief priests picked up the pieces of silver and said, “It is unlawful to put this into the treasury, since it is blood money.”The chief priests picked up the pieces of silver and said, “It is unlawful to put this into the treasury, since it is blood money.” 27:77 After conferring together, they used the money to buy the potter’s field as a burial place for foreigners.After conferring together, they used the money to buy the potter’s field as a burial place for foreigners. 27:88 That is why it has been called the Field of Blood to this day.That is why it has been called the Field of Blood to this day. 27:99 Then what was spoken through Jeremiah the prophet was fulfilled: “They took the thirty pieces of silver, the price set on Him by the people of Israel,Then what was spoken through Jeremiah the prophet was fulfilled: “They took the thirty pieces of silver, the price set on Him by the people of Israel, 27:1010 and they gave them for the potter’s field, as the Lord had commanded me.”and they gave them for the potter’s field, as the Lord had commanded me.” 27:1111 Meanwhile Jesus stood before the governor, who questioned Him: “Are You the King of the Jews?” “You have said so,” Jesus replied.Meanwhile Jesus stood before the governor, who questioned Him: “Are You the King of the Jews?” “You have said so,” Jesus replied. 27:1212 And when He was accused by the chief priests and elders, He gave no answer.And when He was accused by the chief priests and elders, He gave no answer. 27:1313 Then Pilate asked Him, “Do You not hear how many charges they are bringing against You?”Then Pilate asked Him, “Do You not hear how many charges they are bringing against You?” 27:1414 But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor’s amazement.But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor’s amazement. 27:1515 Now it was the governor’s custom at the feast to release to the crowd a prisoner of their choosing.Now it was the governor’s custom at the feast to release to the crowd a prisoner of their choosing. 27:1616 At that time they were holding a notorious prisoner named Barabbas.At that time they were holding a notorious prisoner named Barabbas. 27:1717 So when the crowd had assembled, Pilate asked them, “Which one do you want me to release to you: Barabbas, or Jesus who is called Christ?”So when the crowd had assembled, Pilate asked them, “Which one do you want me to release to you: Barabbas, or Jesus who is called Christ?” 27:1818 For he knew it was out of envy that they had handed Jesus over to him.For he knew it was out of envy that they had handed Jesus over to him. 27:1919 While Pilate was sitting on the judgment seat, his wife sent him this message: “Have nothing to do with that innocent man, for I have suffered terribly in a dream today because of Him.”While Pilate was sitting on the judgment seat, his wife sent him this message: “Have nothing to do with that innocent man, for I have suffered terribly in a dream today because of Him.” 27:2020 But the chief priests and elders persuaded the crowds to ask for Barabbas and to have Jesus put to death.But the chief priests and elders persuaded the crowds to ask for Barabbas and to have Jesus put to death. 27:2121 “Which of the two do you want me to release to you?” asked the governor. “Barabbas,” they replied.“Which of the two do you want me to release to you?” asked the governor. “Barabbas,” they replied. 27:2222 “What then should I do with Jesus who is called Christ?” Pilate asked. They all answered, “Crucify Him!”“What then should I do with Jesus who is called Christ?” Pilate asked. They all answered, “Crucify Him!” 27:2323 “Why?” asked Pilate. “What evil has He done?” But they shouted all the louder, “Crucify Him!”“Why?” asked Pilate. “What evil has He done?” But they shouted all the louder, “Crucify Him!” 27:2424 When Pilate saw that he was accomplishing nothing, but that instead a riot was breaking out, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd. “I am innocent of this man’s blood,” he said. “You bear the responsibility.”When Pilate saw that he was accomplishing nothing, but that instead a riot was breaking out, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd. “I am innocent of this man’s blood,” he said. “You bear the responsibility.” 27:2525 All the people answered, “His blood be on us and on our children!”All the people answered, “His blood be on us and on our children!” 27:2626 So Pilate released Barabbas to them. But he had Jesus flogged, and handed Him over to be crucified.So Pilate released Barabbas to them. But he had Jesus flogged, and handed Him over to be crucified. 27:2727 Then the governor’s soldiers took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole company around Him.Then the governor’s soldiers took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole company around Him. 27:2828 They stripped Him and put a scarlet robe on Him.They stripped Him and put a scarlet robe on Him. 27:2929 And they twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on His head. They put a staff in His right hand, knelt down before Him, and mocked Him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!”And they twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on His head. They put a staff in His right hand, knelt down before Him, and mocked Him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” 27:3030 Then they spit on Him and took the staff and struck Him on the head repeatedly.Then they spit on Him and took the staff and struck Him on the head repeatedly. 27:3131 After they had mocked Him, they removed the robe and put His own clothes back on Him. Then they led Him away to crucify Him.After they had mocked Him, they removed the robe and put His own clothes back on Him. Then they led Him away to crucify Him. 27:3232 Along the way they found a man from Cyrene, named Simon, and they forced him to carry the cross of Jesus.Along the way they found a man from Cyrene, named Simon, and they forced him to carry the cross of Jesus. 27:3333 And when they came to a place called Golgotha, which means The Place of the Skull,And when they came to a place called Golgotha, which means The Place of the Skull, 27:3434 they offered Him wine to drink, mixed with gall; but after tasting it, He refused to drink it.they offered Him wine to drink, mixed with gall; but after tasting it, He refused to drink it. 27:3535 When they had crucified Him, they divided up His garments by casting lots.When they had crucified Him, they divided up His garments by casting lots. 27:3636 And sitting down, they kept watch over Him there.And sitting down, they kept watch over Him there. 27:3737 Above His head they posted the written charge against Him: THIS IS JESUS, THE KING OF THE JEWS.Above His head they posted the written charge against Him: THIS IS JESUS, THE KING OF THE JEWS. 27:3838 Two robbers were crucified with Him, one on His right and the other on His left.Two robbers were crucified with Him, one on His right and the other on His left. 27:3939 And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their headsAnd those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads 27:4040 and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the Son of God, come down from the cross!”and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the Son of God, come down from the cross!” 27:4141 In the same way, the chief priests, scribes, and elders mocked Him, saying,In the same way, the chief priests, scribes, and elders mocked Him, saying, 27:4242 “He saved others, but He cannot save Himself. He is the King of Israel! Let Him come down now from the cross, and we will believe in Him.“He saved others, but He cannot save Himself. He is the King of Israel! Let Him come down now from the cross, and we will believe in Him. 27:4343 He trusts in God. Let God deliver Him now if He wants Him. For He said, ‘I am the Son of God.’”He trusts in God. Let God deliver Him now if He wants Him. For He said, ‘I am the Son of God.’” 27:4444 In the same way, even the robbers who were crucified with Him berated Him.In the same way, even the robbers who were crucified with Him berated Him. 27:4545 From the sixth hour until the ninth hour darkness came over all the land.From the sixth hour until the ninth hour darkness came over all the land. 27:4646 About the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” which means, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?”About the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” which means, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” 27:4747 When some of those standing there heard this, they said, “He is calling Elijah.”When some of those standing there heard this, they said, “He is calling Elijah.” 27:4848 One of them quickly ran and brought a sponge. He filled it with sour wine, put it on a reed, and held it up for Jesus to drink.One of them quickly ran and brought a sponge. He filled it with sour wine, put it on a reed, and held it up for Jesus to drink. 27:4949 But the others said, “Leave Him alone. Let us see if Elijah comes to save Him.”But the others said, “Leave Him alone. Let us see if Elijah comes to save Him.” 27:5050 When Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, He yielded up His spirit.When Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, He yielded up His spirit. 27:5151 At that moment the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth quaked, and the rocks were split.At that moment the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth quaked, and the rocks were split. 27:5252 The tombs broke open, and the bodies of many saints who had fallen asleep were raised.The tombs broke open, and the bodies of many saints who had fallen asleep were raised. 27:5353 After Jesus’ resurrection, when they had come out of the tombs, they entered the holy city and appeared to many people.After Jesus’ resurrection, when they had come out of the tombs, they entered the holy city and appeared to many people. 27:5454 When the centurion and those with him who were guarding Jesus saw the earthquake and all that had happened, they were terrified and said, “Truly this was the Son of God.”When the centurion and those with him who were guarding Jesus saw the earthquake and all that had happened, they were terrified and said, “Truly this was the Son of God.” 27:5555 And many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to minister to Him.And many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to minister to Him. 27:5656 Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee’s sons.Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee’s sons. 27:5757 When it was evening, there came a rich man from Arimathea named Joseph, who himself was a disciple of Jesus.When it was evening, there came a rich man from Arimathea named Joseph, who himself was a disciple of Jesus. 27:5858 He went to Pilate to ask for the body of Jesus, and Pilate ordered that it be given to him.He went to Pilate to ask for the body of Jesus, and Pilate ordered that it be given to him. 27:5959 So Joseph took the body, wrapped it in a clean linen cloth,So Joseph took the body, wrapped it in a clean linen cloth, 27:6060 and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut into the rock. Then he rolled a great stone across the entrance to the tomb and went away.and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut into the rock. Then he rolled a great stone across the entrance to the tomb and went away. 27:6161 Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb.Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb. 27:6262 The next day, the one after Preparation Day, the chief priests and Pharisees assembled before Pilate.The next day, the one after Preparation Day, the chief priests and Pharisees assembled before Pilate. 27:6363 “Sir,” they said, “we remember that while He was alive that deceiver said, ‘After three days I will rise again.’“Sir,” they said, “we remember that while He was alive that deceiver said, ‘After three days I will rise again.’ 27:6464 So give the order that the tomb be secured until the third day. Otherwise, His disciples may come and steal Him away and tell the people He has risen from the dead. And this last deception would be worse than the first.”So give the order that the tomb be secured until the third day. Otherwise, His disciples may come and steal Him away and tell the people He has risen from the dead. And this last deception would be worse than the first.” 27:6565 “You have a guard,” Pilate said. “Go, make the tomb as secure as you know how.”“You have a guard,” Pilate said. “Go, make the tomb as secure as you know how.” 27:6666 So they went and secured the tomb by sealing the stone and posting the guard.So they went and secured the tomb by sealing the stone and posting the guard.

Matthew 28

28:11 After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb.After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 28:22 Suddenly there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, rolled away the stone, and sat on it.Suddenly there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, rolled away the stone, and sat on it. 28:33 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow.His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. 28:44 The guards trembled in fear of him and became like dead men.The guards trembled in fear of him and became like dead men. 28:55 But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified.But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. 28:66 He is not here; He has risen, just as He said! Come, see the place where He lay.He is not here; He has risen, just as He said! Come, see the place where He lay. 28:77 Then go quickly and tell His disciples, ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him.’ See, I have told you.”Then go quickly and tell His disciples, ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him.’ See, I have told you.” 28:88 So they hurried away from the tomb in fear and great joy, and ran to tell His disciples.So they hurried away from the tomb in fear and great joy, and ran to tell His disciples. 28:99 Suddenly Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!” They came to Him, grasped His feet, and worshiped Him.Suddenly Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!” They came to Him, grasped His feet, and worshiped Him. 28:1010 “Do not be afraid,” said Jesus. “Go and tell My brothers to go to Galilee. There they will see Me.”“Do not be afraid,” said Jesus. “Go and tell My brothers to go to Galilee. There they will see Me.” 28:1111 While the women were on their way, some of the guards went into the city and reported to the chief priests all that had happened.While the women were on their way, some of the guards went into the city and reported to the chief priests all that had happened. 28:1212 And after the chief priests had met with the elders and formed a plan, they gave the soldiers a large sum of moneyAnd after the chief priests had met with the elders and formed a plan, they gave the soldiers a large sum of money 28:1313 and instructed them: “You are to say, ‘His disciples came by night and stole Him away while we were asleep.’and instructed them: “You are to say, ‘His disciples came by night and stole Him away while we were asleep.’ 28:1414 If this report reaches the governor, we will satisfy him and keep you out of trouble.”If this report reaches the governor, we will satisfy him and keep you out of trouble.” 28:1515 So the guards took the money and did as they were instructed. And this account has been circulated among the Jews to this very day.So the guards took the money and did as they were instructed. And this account has been circulated among the Jews to this very day. 28:1616 Meanwhile, the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain Jesus had designated.Meanwhile, the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain Jesus had designated. 28:1717 When they saw Him, they worshiped Him, but some doubted.When they saw Him, they worshiped Him, but some doubted. 28:1818 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. 28:1919 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 28:2020 and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”