Matthew 9:4 - The Message4-8 Jesus knew what they were thinking, and said, “Why this gossipy whispering? Which do you think is simpler: to say, ‘I forgive your sins,’ or, ‘Get up and walk’? Well, just so it’s clear that I’m the Son of Man and authorized to do either, or both. . . .” At this he turned to the paraplegic and said, “Get up. Take your bed and go home.” And the man did it. The crowd was awestruck, amazed and pleased that God had authorized Jesus to work among them this way. See the chapterMore versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 17694 And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts? See the chapterAmplified Bible - Classic Edition4 But Jesus, knowing (seeing) their thoughts, said, Why do you think evil and harbor malice in your hearts? See the chapterAmerican Standard Version (1901)4 And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts? See the chapterCommon English Bible4 But Jesus knew what they were thinking and said, “Why do you fill your minds with evil things? See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version4 And when Jesus had perceived their thoughts, he said: "Why do you think such evil in your hearts? See the chapter |