Matthew 19:23

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

At this, Jesus said to his disciples: "I tell you that a rich man will find it hard to enter the Kingdom of Heaven!

Cross References

Matthew 13:22

By the seed which was sown among the brambles is meant the man who hears the Message, but the cares of life and the glamour of wealth completely choke the Message, so that it gives no return.

Matthew 18:3

"I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will not enter the Kingdom of Heaven at all.

Matthew 19:22

On hearing these words, the young man went away distressed, for he had great possessions.

Matthew 21:31

Which of the two sons did as his father wished?" " The second," they said. "I tell you," added Jesus, "that tax-gatherers and prostitutes are going into the Kingdom of God before you.

Matthew 5:20

Indeed I tell you that, unless your religion is above that of the Teachers of the Law, and Pharisees, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven.

Mark 10:23

Then Jesus looked round, and said to his disciples: "How hard it will be for men of wealth to enter the Kingdom of God!"

Luke 18:24

Seeing this, Jesus said to his disciples: "How hard it is for men of wealth to enter the Kingdom of God!

John 3:3

"In truth I tell you," exclaimed Jesus, "unless a man is reborn, he cannot see the Kingdom of God."

John 3:5

"In truth I tell you," answered Jesus, "unless a man owes his birth to Water and Spirit, he cannot enter the Kingdom of God.

Acts 14:22

Reassuring the minds of the disciples, urging them to remain true to the Faith, and showing that it is only through many troubles that we can enter the Kingdom of God.

1 Corinthians 1:26

Look at the facts of your Call, Brothers. There are not many among you who are wise, as men reckon wisdom, not many who are influential, not many who are high-born;

James 2:6

But you--you insult the poor man! Is not it the rich who oppress you? Is not it they who drag you into law-courts?