Matthew 19:21
“If you wish to be perfect,” answered Jesus, “go and sell your property, and give to the poor, and you will have wealth in heaven; then come and follow me.”
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In Context
20“I have observed all these,” said the young man. “What is still wanting in me?”
22On hearing these words, the young man went away distressed, for he had great possessions.
Cross References
Genesis 6:9This is the story of Noah. Among the people of his time, Noah was righteous and wholehearted; Noah walked with God.
Matthew 4:19“Come and follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will teach you to fish for people.”
Matthew 5:48You, then, must become perfect – as your heavenly Father is perfect.
Matthew 8:22But Jesus answered, “Follow me, and leave the dead to bury their dead.”
Matthew 16:24Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If anyone wishes to walk in my steps, they must renounce self, and take up their cross, and follow me.
Matthew Henry on Matthew 19:17-23
The Rich Ruler's Enquiry; The Rich Ruler's Disappointment. 16 And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? 17 And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments. 18 He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, 19 Honour thy father and thy mother:… Read the whole commentary →