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NASB | Matthew 11:12 "From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and violent men take it by force. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 11:12 "From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffers violent assault, and violent men seize it by force [as a precious prize]. |
Bible Question:
Would someone please shade light on this passage of scriptures for me please?????????? Matt 11 vs 12 And from the days of John the Baptist until the present time, the kingdom of heaven has endured violent assault, and violent men seize it by force [as a precious prize--a share in the heavenly kingdom is sought with most ardent zeal and intense exertion]. |
Bible Answer: I beleive there has almost, if not always, been a battle for man's soul. I believe evil has been battling against the kingdom of heaven for thousands of years. Violent men are still trying to destroy all that is good and pure. As Ephesians 6 tells us - we should be dressed for battle. "Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace." |