Matthew 13:11-12

The Purpose of the 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. 12 z For to the one who has, more will be given, and he will have an abundance, but from the one who has not, a even what he has will be taken away.

  1. Cross References
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    1 Corinthians 2:6 - 10
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    1 John 2:20
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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
  3. Cross References
    Matthew 25:29
    For to everyone who has will more be given, and...
    Mark 4:25
    For to the one who has, more will be given, and...
    Luke 8:18
    Take care then how you hear, for to the one who...
    Luke 19:26
    I tell you that to everyone who has, more will ...
    John 15:2
    Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he ...
    James 4:6
    But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, "Go...
  4. Cross References
    Revelation 2:5
    Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent, and do the works you did at first. If not, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you repent.
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