Matthew 4:4

The Passion Translation

He answered, “The Scriptures say: Bread alone will not satisfy, but true life is found in every word that constantly goes forth from God’s mouth.”

Cross References

Luke 4:4

Jesus replied, “I will not! For it is written in the Scriptures, ‘Life does not come only from eating bread but from God. Life flows from every revelation from his mouth.’ ”

John 6:63

“The Holy Spirit is the one who gives life, that which is of the natural realm is of no help. The words I speak to you are Spirit and life. But there are still some of you who won’t believe.”

Romans 15:4

Whatever was written beforehand is meant to instruct us in how to live. The Scriptures impart to us encouragement and inspiration so that we can live in hope and endure all things.

Ephesians 6:17

Embrace the power of salvation’s full deliverance, like a helmet to protect your thoughts from lies. And take the mighty razor-sharp Spirit-sword of the spoken word of God. Pray passionately in the Spirit, as you constantly intercede with every form of prayer at all times. Pray the blessings of God upon all his believers.

Luke 4:8

Jesus rebuked him and said, “Satan, get behind me! For it is written in the Scriptures, ‘Only One is worthy of adoration; therefore, worship only the Lord your God and love him supremely.’ ”

Matthew 4:10

But Jesus said, “Go away, Satan! For the Scriptures say: Kneel before the Lord your God and worship only him.”

Matthew 4:7

Once again Jesus said to him, “The Scriptures say: You must never put the Lord your God to a test.”

Luke 4:12

Jesus replied, “It is also written in the Scriptures, ‘How dare you provoke the Lord your God!’ ”

Matthew 15:11

What truly contaminates a person is not what he puts into his mouth but what comes out of his mouth. That’s what makes people defiled.”

Mark 7:20

He added, “Words and deeds pollute a person, not food.

John 15:26

“And I will send you the Divine Encourager from the very presence of my Father. He will come to you, the Spirit of Truth, emanating from the Father, and he will speak to you about me.