Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Matthew 9:1-5 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

1. Jesus got into a boat and crossed back over to the town where he lived.

2. Some people soon brought to him a crippled man lying on a mat. When Jesus saw how much faith they had, he said to the crippled man, “My friend, don't worry! Your sins are forgiven.”

3. Some teachers of the Law of Moses said to themselves, “Jesus must think he is God!”

4. But Jesus knew what was in their minds, and he said, “Why are you thinking such evil things?

5. Is it easier for me to tell this crippled man that his sins are forgiven or to tell him to get up and walk?