Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!
Astonished
Bible References
Astonished
Matthew 19:25
when his disciples heard this, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, who then can be saved?
Luke 18:26
upon which the audience said, who then can be saved?
John 6:60
when many of his disciples, who heard him, said, this is strange doctrine, who can hear it?
Children
John 13:33
my dear children, I am with you but for a little while. you shall seek me: but as I said to the Jews, so now I say to you, "where I am going you cannot come."
John 21:5
then said Jesus, my lads, have ye any fish?
Galatians 4:19
my dear children, how am I in pain, till Christ be formed in you?
1 John 2:1
My dear children, these things I write unto you, that ye may avoid sin. but if any man has failed, we have an advocate with the father, Jesus Christ the just.
1 John 4:4
ye are of God, my dear children, and you have overcome them: because he that is in you, is superior to him that is in the world.
1 John 5:21
dear children, keep yourselves from idols. AMEN.
Trust
Luke 12:16
to which purpose he propos'd to them this parable: a rich man had some land that was very fruitful.
Luke 16:14
The Pharisees too, who were noted for avarice, heard all this discourse, and treated him with derision.
1 Timothy 6:17
Charge those that are rich in this world, not to be elated, not to depend upon their perishable wealth, but upon the God of life, who furnishes us with every thing in plenty for our enjoyment;
James 5:1
As for you that are rich: weep, and lament the miserys that are falling upon you.
Revelation 3:17
you say you are rich, and have increased your gain, and have need of nothing; but you do not consider that you are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked.