Matthew 7:10
“Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?”
What does Matthew 7:10 mean?
Matthew 7:10 (KJV) states, "Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?" This verse is a part of a larger passage known as the Sermon on the Mount, in which Jesus teaches his disciples and the multitude about various aspects of the Christian life. In this particular verse…
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In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus delivers teachings that challenge us to understand the depth of God’s love and discern the nature of His gifts. In Matthew 7:10, the King James Version reminds us: "Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?" This rhetorical question is…
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Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts filled with gratitude and reverence for Your goodness. You are the source of our strength and comfort, the One who knows our innermost needs even before we voice them. In this moment, we turn to Your Word, particularly to the…
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