Matthew 19:11

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Jesus told them, “Only those people who have been given the gift of staying single can accept this teaching.

Cross References

Matthew 13:11

Jesus answered: I have explained the secrets about the kingdom of heaven to you, but not to others.

Matthew 19:10

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

Matthew 19:12

Some people are unable to marry because of birth defects or because of what someone has done to their bodies. Others stay single for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. Anyone who can accept this teaching should do so.”

1 Corinthians 7:17

In every church I tell the people to stay as they were when the Lord Jesus chose them and God called them to be his own. Now I say the same thing to you.

1 Corinthians 7:2

Well, having your own husband or wife should keep you from doing something immoral.

1 Corinthians 7:35

What I am saying is for your own good—it isn't to limit your freedom. I want to help you to live right and to love the Lord above all else.