Matthew 19:23
Jesus said to his disciples, “Most certainly I say to you, a rich man will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven with difficulty.
World English Bible
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In Context
22But when the young man heard this, he went away sad, for he was one who had great possessions.
Cross References
Deuteronomy 8:10You shall eat and be full, and you shall bless the LORD your God for the good land which he has given you.
Psalms 49:6Those who trust in their wealth, and boast in the multitude of their riches—
Proverbs 11:28He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous shall flourish as the green leaf.
Matthew 5:20For I tell you that unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, there is no way you will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven.
Matthew 18:3and said, “Most certainly I tell you, unless you turn and become as little children, you will in no way enter into the Kingdom of Heaven.
Mark 10:23Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, “How difficult it is for those who have riches to enter into God’s Kingdom!”
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 →