Matthew 19:25
Matthew 19:25 in Multiple Translations
When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?”
When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved?
And when the disciples heard it, they were astonished exceedingly, saying, Who then can be saved?
And the disciples, hearing this, were greatly surprised, saying, Who then may have salvation?
When the disciples heard this, they were very surprised, and asked, “So who can be saved?”
And whe his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amased, saying, Who then can be saued?
And his disciples having heard, were amazed exceedingly, saying, 'Who, then, is able to be saved?'
When the disciples heard it, they were exceedingly astonished, saying, “Who then can be saved?”
When his disciples heard it , they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved?
And when they had heard this, the disciples wondered very much, saying: Who then can be saved?
When we disciples heard this, we were astounded. We thought that rich people were the ones whom God blesses the most. So we said to him, “◄If that is so, it does not seem likely that anyone will be saved!/Who then will God will save?►” [RHQ]
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Study Notes — Matthew 19:25
- Context
- Cross References
- Matthew 19:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Matthew 19:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 19:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
- Cambridge Bible on Matthew 19:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
- Sermons on Matthew 19:25
Context — The Rich Young Man
25When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?”
26Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” 27“Look,” Peter replied, “we have left everything to follow You. What then will there be for us?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 10:13 | for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” |
| 2 | Matthew 24:22 | If those days had not been cut short, nobody would be saved. But for the sake of the elect, those days will be cut short. |
| 3 | Romans 11:5–7 | In the same way, at the present time there is a remnant chosen by grace. And if it is by grace, then it is no longer by works. Otherwise, grace would no longer be grace. What then? What Israel was seeking, it failed to obtain, but the elect did. The others were hardened, |
| 4 | Luke 13:23–24 | “Lord,” someone asked Him, “will only a few people be saved?” Jesus answered, “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able. |
| 5 | Mark 13:20 | If the Lord had not cut short those days, nobody would be saved. But for the sake of the elect, whom He has chosen, He has cut them short. |
Matthew 19:25 Summary
This verse shows that the disciples were shocked by Jesus' statement that it's hard for a rich person to enter heaven, and they wondered who could be saved. Jesus' statement highlights that salvation is not based on what we have or who we are, but on God's power and mercy, as seen in Matthew 19:26. In simple terms, being saved means having a personal relationship with God and trusting in His love and forgiveness, as described in John 3:16. By understanding that 'with God all things are possible', we can trust in His power to save us, regardless of our circumstances or background.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the disciples astonished by Jesus' statement about the rich man?
The disciples were astonished because they believed that wealth was a sign of God's blessing, as seen in the Old Testament, such as in Job 1:10 and Psalm 37:22, and they struggled to understand how someone with wealth could not be saved.
What does it mean to be 'saved' in the context of this verse?
To be saved means to enter the kingdom of heaven, as Jesus mentions in Matthew 19:23, and to have a personal relationship with God, as described in John 3:16 and Romans 10:9-10.
Is Jesus saying that no rich person can be saved?
Jesus is not saying that it is impossible for a rich person to be saved, but rather that it is difficult, as seen in Matthew 19:24, and that salvation is not based on wealth or status, but on faith and humility, as seen in Matthew 5:3 and Luke 12:15.
How does this verse relate to the concept of faith and works?
This verse highlights the importance of faith over works, as seen in Ephesians 2:8-9, and demonstrates that salvation is not based on what we have or what we do, but on our trust in God's power and mercy, as seen in Romans 3:28 and Galatians 2:16.
Reflection Questions
- What are some things in my life that I trust in more than God, and how can I surrender them to Him?
- How does the idea that 'with God all things are possible' impact my understanding of salvation and my relationship with Him?
- In what ways can I, like the disciples, be astonished by Jesus' teachings and open to learning more about His kingdom?
- What does it mean for me to 'leave everything' to follow Jesus, as Peter and the other disciples did, and what steps can I take to demonstrate my commitment to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Matthew 19:25
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 19:25
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
Cambridge Bible on Matthew 19:25
Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 19:25
Sermons on Matthew 19:25
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Real New Birth by Dai Patterson | In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal story about a friend who faced trouble and difficulty in his church. Despite feeling weighed down and ready to give up, the preacher' |
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(1 Peter - Part 16): christ...foreordained, Manifest by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker expresses a deep sense of urgency and awareness of the approaching judgment of God. He emphasizes that the earth is growing old and that a mere blink of |
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My Godly Father by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker shares the story of his father's journey towards salvation. As a young boy, his father had a strong desire to become rich and was willing to do whatever |
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(Mount Vernon) the Parable of the Sower by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the parable of the sower and the wheat and tears. He emphasizes the importance of being vigilant and not allowing the enemy to sow tears amo |
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Blessed Assurance by William P. Nicholson | In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal testimony of how he became a child of God and found salvation. He describes a moment when he was sitting at his mother's fireside, f |
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Where to Look for Life by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a young man who was feeling miserable and burdened by his sins. On a cold winter day, the young man decided to attend a Methodist |
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Conversion of Muslim to Christ - Part 1 by Afshin Javid | This sermon shares the powerful testimony of a former devout Muslim who experienced a supernatural encounter with God's presence and grappled with the question of why Jesus would h |






