Matthew 13:10-11

The Purpose of the Parables

10 Then the disciples came and said to him, "Why do you speak to them in parables?" 11 And he answered them, x "To you it has been given to know y the secrets of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it has not been given.

  1. Cross References
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    Colossians 1:27
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    1 Corinthians 2:6 - 10
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    1 John 2:20
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    1 John 2:27
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    Matthew 11:25
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  2. Cross References
    Romans 16:25
    Now to him who is able to strengthen you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery that was kept secret for long ages
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