Matthew 11:12

Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and men of violence take it by force.

Cross References

Luke 16:16

“The law and the prophets were until John; since then the good news of the kingdom of God is preached, and every one enters it violently.

Luke 13:24

“Strive to enter by the narrow door; for many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able.

Philippians 2:12

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

John 6:27

Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to eternal life, which the Son of man will give to you; for on him has God the Father set his seal.”

Matthew 3:15

But Jesus answered him, “Let it be so now; for thus it is fitting for us to fulfil all righteousness.” Then he consented.

Matthew 11:11

Truly, I say to you, among those born of women there has risen no one greater than John the Baptist; yet 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;

John 5:4