Matthew 19:23

Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

And Jesus said to his disciples, “Truly, I say to you, it will be hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven.

Cross References

Proverbs 11:28

He who trusts in his riches will wither, but the righteous will flourish like a green leaf.

Matthew 13:22

As for what was sown among thorns, this is he who hears the word, but the cares of the world and the delight in riches choke the word, and it proves unfruitful.

Matthew 18:3

and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 19:22

When the young man heard this he went away sorrowful; for he had great possessions.

Matthew 21:31

Which of the two did the will of his father?” They said, “The first.” Jesus said to them, “Truly, I say to you, the tax collectors and the harlots go into the kingdom of God before you.

Matthew 5:20

For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.

Mark 10:23

And Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, “How hard it will be for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God!”

Luke 18:24

Jesus looking at him said, “How hard it is for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God!

John 3:3

Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born anew, he cannot see the kingdom of God.”

John 3:5

Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.

Acts 14:22

strengthening the souls of the disciples, exhorting them to continue in the faith, and saying that through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.

1 Corinthians 1:26

For consider your call, brethren; not many of you were wise according to worldly standards, not many were powerful, not many were of noble birth;

James 2:6

But you have dishonored the poor man. Is it not the rich who oppress you, is it not they who drag you into court?