God's Word Translation

Matthew 19:18-23 God's Word Translation (GW)

18. “Which commandments?” the man asked.Jesus said, “Never murder. Never commit adultery. Never steal. Never give false testimony.

19. Honor your father and mother. Love your neighbor as you love yourself.”

20. The young man replied, “I have obeyed all these commandments. What else do I need to do?”

21. Jesus said to him, “If you want to be perfect, sell what you own. Give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then follow me!”

22. When the young man heard this, he went away sad because he owned a lot of property.

23. Jesus said to his disciples, “I can guarantee this truth: It will be hard for a rich person to enter the kingdom of heaven.