Matthew 19:11

First Nations Version

“Not many can hold to this teaching,” he answered them, “but only those to whom it has been gifted. There are many reasons for not getting married.

Cross References

1 Corinthians 7:17

In every situation you find yourself, walk in a manner pleasing to the Great Spirit. This is the guidance I give to all the sacred families Creator has called me to serve.

1 Corinthians 7:35

I am saying these things for your own good, not to put a rope around your necks, but so that you will be able to keep both eyes on our Honored Chief as you walk his good road.

1 Corinthians 7:2

But because of the strong temptation to misuse these desires, each man should have his own wife and each woman her own husband.

Matthew 13:11

He answered them, “To you the honor has been given to understand about the mysterious ways of Creator’s good road from above. This honor is not given to those who are not ready for it.

Matthew 19:10

The ones who walked the road with him shook their heads and said, “If this is so, between husband and wife, then it must be better not to marry.”

Matthew 19:12

Some are born with no desire or ability for marriage. Some have lost their ability from what has been done to them. Others choose not to marry so they can put all their strength into walking the good road from above. The ones who have this gift are able to walk in this wisdom.”