Matthew 12:48

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

Jesus answered, “Who is my mother? Who are my brothers?”

Cross References

Matthew 10:37

“Those who love their father or mother more than they love me are not worthy of me. And those who love their son or daughter more than they love me are not worthy of me.

Luke 2:52

As Jesus grew taller, he continued to grow in wisdom. God was pleased with him and so were the people who knew him.

Deuteronomy 33:9

They were more loyal to you, Lord, than to their own families. They ignored their fathers and mothers. They did not recognize their brothers. They did not pay attention to their children. But they obeyed your commands. They kept your agreement.

2 Corinthians 5:16

From this time on we don’t think of anyone as the world thinks of people. It is true that in the past we thought of Christ as the world thinks. But we don’t think that way now.

Luke 2:49

Jesus said to them, “Why did you have to look for me? You should have known that I must be where my Father’s work is.”

Matthew 12:47

Someone told him, “Your mother and brothers are waiting for you outside. They want to talk to you.”

Matthew 12:49

Then he pointed to his followers and said, “See! These people are my mother and my brothers.