Matthew 12:20

God's Word

He will not break off a damaged cattail. He will not even put out a smoking wick until he has made justice victorious.

Cross References

2 Kings 18:21

Now, look! When you trust Egypt, you’re trusting a broken stick for a staff. If you lean on it, it stabs your hand and goes through it. This is what Pharaoh (the king of Egypt) is like for everyone who trusts him.

Psalm 147:3

He is the healer of the brokenhearted. He is the one who bandages their wounds.

Psalm 51:17

The sacrifice pleasing to God is a broken spirit. O God, you do not despise a broken and sorrowful heart.

Isaiah 40:11

Like a shepherd he takes care of his flock. He gathers the lambs in his arms. He carries them in his arms. He gently helps the sheep and their lambs.

Isaiah 57:15

The High and Lofty One lives forever, and his name is holy. This is what he says: I live in a high and holy place. But I am with those who are crushed and humble. I will renew the spirit of those who are humble and the courage of those who are crushed.

Ezekiel 34:16

I will look for those that are lost, bring back those that have strayed away, bandage those that are injured, and strengthen those that are sick. I will destroy those that are fat and strong. I will take care of my sheep fairly.

Leviticus 10:20

When Moses heard this, he was satisfied.

Matthew 11:28

“Come to me, all who are tired from carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest.

Matthew 11:7

As they were leaving, Jesus spoke to the crowds about John. “What did you go into the desert to see? Tall grass swaying in the wind?

Luke 4:18

“The Spirit of the Lord is with me. He has anointed me to tell the Good News to the poor. He has sent me to announce forgiveness to the prisoners of sin and the restoring of sight to the blind, to forgive those who have been shattered by sin,

2 Corinthians 2:14

But I thank God, who always leads us in victory because of Christ. Wherever we go, God uses us to make clear what it means to know Christ. It’s like a fragrance that fills the air.

2 Corinthians 2:7

So now forgive and comfort him. Such distress could overwhelm someone like that if he’s not forgiven and comforted.

Revelation 6:2

Then I looked, and there was a white horse, and its rider had a bow. He was given a crown and rode off as a warrior to win battles.