Matthew 14:5

First Nations Version

Looks Brave (Herod) would have put Gift of Goodwill (John) to death right then, but he was afraid of what the people would do, for they honored him as a prophet.

Cross References

Matthew 21:26

But if we say it is from human beings, we fear what this crowd would do, for they are sure Gift of Goodwill (John) was a prophet.”

Matthew 11:9

Were you looking for a true prophet? Yes! He is a true prophet but also much more!

Acts 5:26

The head lodge soldier, along with his soldiers, went to arrest the message bearers again, but not by force, for they were afraid the people might throw stones at them.

Acts 4:21

So the council warned and threatened them again, but released them and let them go on their way. The council dared not do anything to punish them, because the people were giving thanks to Creator for this powerful sign.

Luke 20:6

If we say it is from human beings, the people would stone us to death, for they think Gift of Goodwill (John) is a great prophet.”

Matthew 21:32

Gift of Goodwill (John) came to show the good way, but you refused to hear him. You saw how the tribal tax collectors and those who sell sexual favors put their trust in him, but not even this changed your mind to believe him.