Matthew 12:20
“A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.”

What does Matthew 12:20 mean?
Matthew 12:20 (KJV) states, "A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory." This verse is part of a larger passage in which Jesus heals a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath, sparking conflict with the…
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In the heart of the Gospel of Matthew, we find a verse that is filled with profound truth and gentle hope: "A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory" (Matthew 12:20 KJV). This verse, while concise, beckons…
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Heavenly Father, With humble hearts, we come before You, the God of mercy and grace, acknowledging our dependence upon Your everlasting kindness. In a world filled with chaos, pain, and despair, we cling to the precious promise found in Matthew 12:20, which reminds us that "A…
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