4 Bible Verses about Unwise Zeal

But when the man left, he began to proclaim it freely. He spread the news so widely that Jesus could no longer enter a town openly, but had to stay out in deserted places. Still, people kept coming to him from everywhere.

Jesus ordered the people not to tell anyone, but the more he kept ordering them, the more they kept spreading the news.

But one of those standing there drew his sword and struck the high priest's servant, cutting off his ear.

For I can testify on their behalf that they have a zeal for God, but it is not in keeping with full knowledge.