Matthew 9:14
“Then came to him the disciples of John, saying, Why do we and the Pharisees fast oft, but thy disciples fast not?”
What does Matthew 9:14 mean?
Matthew 9:14 in the King James Version of the Bible reads: "Then came to him the disciples of John, saying, Why do we and the Pharisees fast oft, but thy disciples fast not?" This verse occurs in the context of Jesus' ministry, where he is being questioned about the fasting…
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Matthew 9:14 (KJV) states: "Then came to him the disciples of John, saying, Why do we and the Pharisees fast oft, but thy disciples fast not?" In this passage, we find a profound interaction that reveals the deep significance of joy and relationship over mere ritualistic…
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O Lord God Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, we come before You today with humble hearts, seeking Your wisdom and guidance. We lift our voices in prayer, inspired by the words of Matthew 9:14, where the disciples of John sought understanding about fasting and its…
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