Luke 9:60

Contemporary English Version 1995

Jesus answered, “Let the dead take care of the dead, while you go and tell about God's kingdom.”

Cross References

1 Timothy 5:6

A widow who thinks only about having a good time is already dead, even though she is still alive.

Revelation 3:1

This is what you must write to the angel of the church in Sardis: I have the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. Listen to what I say. I know what you are doing. Everyone may think you are alive, but you are dead.

2 Timothy 4:5

But you must stay calm and be willing to suffer. You must work hard, telling the good news and to do your job well.

2 Timothy 4:2

to preach God's message. Do it willingly, even if it isn't the popular thing to do. You must correct people and point out their sins. But also cheer them up, and when you instruct them, always be patient.

Luke 15:32

But we should be glad and celebrate! Your brother was dead, but he is now alive. He was lost and has now been found.”

Ephesians 2:1

In the past you were dead because you sinned and fought against God.

1 Corinthians 9:16

I don't have any reason to brag about preaching the good news. Preaching is something God told me to do, and if I don't do it, I am doomed.

Matthew 4:23

Jesus went all over Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and preaching the good news about God's kingdom. He also healed every kind of disease and sickness.

Matthew 8:22

Jesus answered, “Follow me, and let the dead bury their dead.”

Luke 15:24

This son of mine was dead, but has now come back to life. He was lost and has now been found.” And they began to celebrate.