Luke 5:22

New International Reader's Version

Jesus knew what they were thinking. So he asked, “Why are you thinking these things in your hearts?

Cross References

1 Chronicles 28:9

“My son Solomon, always remember the God of your father. Serve him with all your heart. Do it with a mind that wants to obey him. The Lord looks deep down inside every heart. He understands every desire and every thought. If you look to him, you will find him. But if you desert him, he will turn his back on you forever.

Psalm 139:2

You know when I sit down and when I get up. You know what I’m thinking even though you are far away.

Proverbs 15:26

The Lord hates the thoughts of sinful people. But he considers kind words to be pure.

Isaiah 66:18

“They have planned to do many evil things. And they have carried out their plans. So I will come and gather the people of every nation and language. They will see my glory when I act.

Ezekiel 38:10

“ ‘The Lord and King says, “At that time some ideas will come to you. You will make evil plans.

Matthew 12:15

Jesus knew all about the Pharisees’ plans. So he left that place. A large crowd followed him, and he healed all who were sick.

Matthew 12:25

Jesus knew what they were thinking. So he said to them, “Every kingdom that fights against itself will be destroyed. Every city or family that is divided against itself will not stand.

Matthew 9:4

Jesus knew what they were thinking. So he said, “Why do you have evil thoughts in your hearts?

Mark 8:17

Jesus knew what they were saying. So he asked them, “Why are you talking about having no bread? Why can’t you see or understand? Are you stubborn?

Luke 24:38

Jesus said to them, “Why are you troubled? Why do you have doubts in your minds?

Luke 5:21

The Pharisees and the teachers of the law began to think, “Who is this fellow who says such an evil thing? Who can forgive sins but God alone?”

Luke 5:23

Is it easier to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven’? Or to say, ‘Get up and walk’?

Acts 5:3

Then Peter said, “Ananias, why did you let Satan fill your heart? He made you lie to the Holy Spirit. You have kept some of the money you received for the land.

Hebrews 4:12

The word of God is alive and active. It is sharper than any sword that has two edges. It cuts deep enough to separate soul from spirit. It can separate bones from joints. It judges the thoughts and purposes of the heart.

Revelation 2:23

I will strike her children dead. Then all the churches will know that I search hearts and minds. I will pay each of you back for what you have done.