Matthew 10:7
On your way proclaim that the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand.
In Context
6but make your way rather to the lost sheep of Israel.
Cross References
Matthew 3:2“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”
Matthew 11:1After Jesus had finished giving directions to his twelve Disciples, he left that place in order to teach and preach in their towns.
Matthew 21:31Which of the two sons did as his father wished?” “The second,” they said. “I tell you,” added Jesus, “that tax collectors and prostitutes are going into the kingdom of God before you.
Matthew 23:13But alas for you, teachers of the Law and Pharisees, hypocrites that you are! You turn the key of the kingdom of heaven in people’s faces. For you do not go in yourselves, and do not allow those who try to go in to do so.
Luke 9:2He sent them out as his messengers, to proclaim the kingdom of God, and to work cures.
Luke 9:60But Jesus said, “Leave the dead to bury their dead; but go yourself and carry far and wide the news of the kingdom of God.”
Matthew Henry on Matthew 10:6-16
Instructions to the Apostles. 5 These twelve Jesus sent forth, and commanded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into any city of the Samaritans enter ye not: 6 But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 7 And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand. 8 Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. 9 Provide neither gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses, 10 Nor scrip for your journey, neither two… Read the whole commentary →