Matthew 13:17

Free Bible Version

I'm telling you, many prophets and good people longed to see what you're seeing, but didn't see it. They longed to hear what you're hearing, but didn't hear it.

Cross References

Luke 10:23

When they were by themselves Jesus turned to the disciples and told them, “Those who see what you're seeing should be really happy!

Luke 10:24

I tell you, many prophets and kings have wanted to see what you're seeing, but they didn't see, and wanted to hear the things you're hearing, but didn't hear.”

John 8:56

Your father Abraham was delighted as he looked forward to see my coming, and was so happy when he saw it.”

Hebrews 11:13

They all died still trusting in God. Though they didn't receive the things God promised, they were still looking for them as it were from a distance and welcomed them, acknowledging that on this earth they were foreigners, people just passing through.