Matthew 11:12

Modern English Version

From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has forcefully advanced, and the strong take it by force.

Cross References

Matthew 11:11

Truly I say to you, among those who are born of women, there has risen no one greater than John the Baptist. But he who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.

Matthew 11:13

For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John.

Matthew 3:15

But Jesus answered him, “Let it be so now, for it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then he permitted Him.

Luke 13:24

“Strive to enter through the narrow gate. For many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able.

Luke 16:16

“The Law and the Prophets were preached until John. Since then the kingdom of God has been preached, and everyone is pressing into it.

John 5:4

For an angel went down at a certain time into the pool and stirred up the water. After the stirring of the water, whoever stepped in first was healed of whatever disease he had.

John 6:27

Do not work for the food which perishes, but for that food which endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For God the Father has set His seal on Him.”

Philippians 2:12

Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but so much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.