Matthew 11:14
If you're prepared to believe it, he is Elijah, the one who was expected to come.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
And if ye will receive it, this is Elias, which was for to come.
In Context
13For all the prophets and the law spoke for God until John came.
15Anybody with ears should be listening!
Cross References
Ezekiel 3:10“Son of man,” he added, “pay close attention to everything I tell you, and think deeply about it yourself.
Matthew 17:10“So why do the religious teachers say that Elijah has to come first?” his disciples asked.
Mark 9:11“Why do the religious teachers state that Elijah has to come first?” they asked him.
John 1:21“So then, who are you?” they asked. “Elijah?” “No, I'm not,” he answered. “Are you the Prophet?” “No,” he replied.
1 Corinthians 3:2I gave you milk—I couldn't give you solid food to eat, because you weren't ready for it.
Matthew Henry on Matthew 11:8-16
Christ's Testimony of John. 7 And as they departed, Jesus began to say unto the multitudes concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken with the wind? 8 But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? behold, they that wear soft clothing are in kings' houses. 9 But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? yea, I say unto you, and more than a prophet. 10 For this is he, of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way… Read the whole commentary →