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Matthew 19:11-13
GOD’S WORD Translation
Matthew 19:11-13
GOD’S WORD Translation
11 He answered them, “Not everyone can do what you suggest. Only those who have that gift can. 12 For example, some men are celibate because they were born that way. Others are celibate because they were castrated. Still others have decided to be celibate because of the kingdom of heaven. If anyone can do what you’ve suggested, then he should do it.”
Jesus Blesses Children(A)
13 Then some people brought little children to Jesus to have him bless them and pray for them. But the disciples told the people not to do that.
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Matthew 19:11-13
New International Version
Matthew 19:11-13
New International Version
11 Jesus replied, “Not everyone can accept this word, but only those to whom it has been given.(A) 12 For there are eunuchs who were born that way, and there are eunuchs who have been made eunuchs by others—and there are those who choose to live like eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. The one who can accept this should accept it.”
The Little Children and Jesus(B)
13 Then people brought little children to Jesus for him to place his hands on them(C) and pray for them. But the disciples rebuked them.
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