Mark 12:34

The Passion Translation

When Jesus noticed how thoughtfully and sincerely the man answered, he said to him, “You’re not far from the reality of God’s kingdom.” After that, no one dared to question him again.

Cross References

Matthew 12:15

Jesus knew what they were thinking, so he left by another way. Massive crowds followed him from there, and he healed all who were sick.

Matthew 12:20

He won’t brush aside the bruised and broken. He will be gentle with the weak and feeble, until his victory releases justice.

Matthew 22:46

No one could come up with an answer. And from that day on none of the Pharisees had the courage to question Jesus any longer.

Luke 20:40

From then on, the religious Sadducees never dared ask Jesus a question again.

Romans 7:9

I once lived without a clear understanding of the law, but when I heard God’s commandments, sin sprang to life and brought with it a death sentence. The commandment that was intended to bring life brought me death instead.

Galatians 2:19

For through the law I died to the law, so that I might live to God.

Colossians 4:6

Let every word you speak be drenched with grace and tempered with truth and clarity. For then you will be prepared to give a respectful answer to anyone who asks about your faith.