Matthew 16:17

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Jesus told him: Simon, son of Jonah, you are blessed! You didn't discover this on your own. It was shown to you by my Father in heaven.

Cross References

John 6:45

One of the prophets wrote, “God will teach all of them.” And so everyone who listens to the Father and learns from him will come to me.

1 John 5:20

We know that Jesus Christ the Son of God has come and has shown us the true God. And because of Jesus, we now belong to the true God who gives eternal life.

Galatians 1:16

to show me his Son, so that I would announce his message to the Gentiles. I didn't talk this over with anyone.

1 Corinthians 15:50

My friends, I want you to know that our bodies of flesh and blood will decay. This means that they cannot share in God's kingdom, which lasts for ever.

Ephesians 3:5

No one knew about this mystery until God's Spirit told it to his holy apostles and prophets.

Isaiah 54:13

I will teach your children and make them successful.

1 John 4:15

God stays united with everyone who openly says that Jesus is the Son of God. That's how we stay united with God

1 Peter 5:1

Church leaders, I am writing to encourage you. I too am a leader, as well as a witness to Christ's suffering, and I will share in his glory when it is shown to us.

Ephesians 2:8

You were saved by faith in God, who treats us much better than we deserve. This is God's gift to you, and not anything you have done on your own.

John 1:42

Andrew brought his brother to Jesus. And when Jesus saw him, he said, “Simon son of John, you will be called Cephas.” This name can be translated as “Peter”.

Hebrews 2:14

We are people of flesh and blood. That is why Jesus became one of us. He died to destroy the devil, who had power over death.

Ephesians 6:12

We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world.

Luke 22:32

But Simon, I have prayed that your faith will be strong. And when you have come back to me, help the others.”