Matthew 9:5

New International Version

Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’?

Cross References

Matthew 9:2

Some men brought to him a paralyzed man, lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the man, “Take heart, son; your sins are forgiven.”

Matthew 9:6

But I want you to know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins.” So he said to the paralyzed man, “Get up, take your mat and go home.”

Mark 2:5

When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralyzed man, “Son, your sins are forgiven.”

Luke 5:20

When Jesus saw their faith, he said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.”

Luke 7:48

Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.”

Acts 3:16

By faith in the name of Jesus, this man whom you see and know was made strong. It is Jesus’ name and the faith that comes through him that has completely healed him, as you can all see.

Acts 9:34

“Aeneas,” Peter said to him, “Jesus Christ heals you. Get up and roll up your mat.” Immediately Aeneas got up.