Matthew 19:11

Amplified Bible

But He said to them, “Not all men can accept this statement, but only those to whom [the capacity to receive] it has been given.

Cross References

Matthew 13:11

Jesus replied to them, “To you it has been granted to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it has not been granted. [Mark 4:11]

Matthew 19:10

The disciples said to Jesus, “If the relationship of a man with his wife is like this, it is better not to marry.”

Matthew 19:12

For there are eunuchs who have been born that way from their mother’s womb [making them incapable of consummating a marriage]; and there are eunuchs who have been made eunuchs by men [for royal service]; and there are eunuchs who have made themselves so for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. He who is able to accept this, let him accept it.”

1 Corinthians 7:17

Only, let each one live the life which the Lord has assigned him, and to which God has called him [for each person is unique and is accountable for his choices and conduct, let him walk in this way]. This is the rule I make in all the churches.

1 Corinthians 7:2

But because of [the temptation to participate in] sexual immorality, let each man have his own wife, and let each woman have her own husband.

1 Corinthians 7:35

Now I say this for your own benefit; not to restrict you, but to promote what is appropriate and secure undistracted devotion to the Lord.