Matthew 19:10-12

Contemporary English Version

¹⁰ The disciples said, “If that's how it is between a man and a woman, it's better not to get married.”

¹¹ Jesus told them, “Only those people who have been given the gift of staying single can accept this teaching. ¹² Some people are unable to marry because of birth defects or because of what someone has done to their bodies. Others stay single in order to serve God better. Anyone who can accept this teaching should do so.”