Matthew 10:17

“But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues;”

"But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues;" - Matthew 10:17
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What does Matthew 10:17 mean?

The verse Matthew 10:17 from the King James Version of the Bible reads: "But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues." This verse comes from a larger passage in the book of Matthew, in which Jesus is preparing…

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The Cost of Discipleship: Standing Firm in the Face of Persecution

As we delve into Matthew 10:17, Jesus provides a sobering reality for those who choose to follow Him: "But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues (Matthew 10:17, KJV)." In this passage, Jesus starkly warns His…

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A Prayer for Strength and Wisdom in Trials

Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of the words spoken in Matthew 10:17, where You cautioned Your disciples, saying, "But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues." Lord, I acknowledge that…

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Matthew 10:17 - "But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues;"
Matthew 10:17-20 - "But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues; And ye shall be brought before governors and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them and the Gentiles. But when they deliver you up, take no thought how or what ye shall speak: for it shall be given you in that same hour what ye shall speak. For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you."
"But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues; And ye shall be brought before governors and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them and the Gentiles. But when they deliver you up, take no thought how or what ye shall speak: for it shall be given you in that same hour what ye shall speak. For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you." - Matthew 10:17-20
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