“And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.”
King James Version (KJV)
Richard in Christ's comment on 2021-04-16 10:42:59:
Just to add to this subject. As I also see the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of Heaven to be one and the same. Knowing also the details Jesse stated. As I was reading I just came across Jesus Christ using both terms coinciding. Matthew 19:23-24.
God Bless.
Jesse's comment on 2021-04-15 15:26:30:
Lyndi,
That is interesting. Do you know why Matthew used the phrase kingdom of heaven, but Mark and Luke use kingdom of God? I was taught that both kingdom of heaven and kingdom of God are the same. But since Matthew wrote his gospel to the Jews, and the Jews would not say the name God (They say, Hashem, which means "The Name)," that is why Matthew says kingdom of heaven, and not kingdom of God. But Mark and Luke say kingdom of God because both their gospels were written to the Gentiles. Very interesting!
If I may ask, what is the difference between heaven and the kingdom of God?
Lyndi's comment on 2021-04-15 06:40:17:
The Kingdom of God is NOT referring to Heaven. It is referring to God's purpose for our life. Know the difference between Heaven and the Kingdom of God.
dan's comment on 2014-11-06 14:06:50:
It is very clear, Jesus is saying it is IMPOSSIBLE for anyone to gain heaven when the have wealth. He was clear about having "stuff "... Materail goods...you mustn 't have ANY...give it athose in need and spread the message. This seems to be missed by American Christians, and especially by their currupted, hypercritical, preachers! Don 't over think this...he says it twice to be clear so a child could understand.
irene taylor's comment on 2014-06-08 04:24:53:
with God anything is possible.
Chris's comment on 2013-12-30 07:41:43:
Matthew 19:24 "And again I say to you, that it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." This passage is communicating that money can cause a person to become selfish, greedy, and hold wealth and material things as idols before God, preventing them from serving God whole heartedly and in true sincerity because God is not the priority, but money, wealth, and material gain is and the driving force in the person's life. Timothy 6:10 says, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith in their greediness, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows." It is okay to save for retirement, and plan financially for the future, but not at the expense of putting God first. The danger comes when we place money and material gains in the place of the Almighty God.
The eye of a needle statement refers to the entrance of a narrowing/small gate in the temple. It is not referring to a sewing machine as we know it today. They named this small entrance to the temple the eye of the needle.
gina's comment on 2013-11-21 09:19:46:
I think you are ok to have $ and be a good Stewart with it and give. What we do for Gods kingdom. Some become rich and forget God and see more value in what is tangible. One with $ must be a cheerful giver and keep God first.
Timothy Wayne George's comment on 2013-10-01 07:29:15:
It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of the needle, than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God, speaks of the needle gate in the temple that the camels had to have their backs clear so they could stoop down to go through. This is telling rich people to get to heaven, you have to unload your riches. The rich young ruler had many riches, and was unwilling to do so, and walked away because of his covetousness. Jesus said a man's life does not consist in the abundance of the riches that they possess. Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Those who are rich in this world must not trust in riches, but be free to give to the poor, as well as the needy.
lorina's comment on 2013-09-29 13:01:27:
What exactly is the kind of needle that is referred to when the verse says it is easier for a camel to go thru the eye of a needle (Matthew 19:24).
Carol's comment on 2013-02-06 16:39:37:
Now the question comes to mind. What in today's standards is a rich man? $100, $5000, at which point must I start to worry that I'm doomed because I've been saving for retirement.
HARRY ALLISON's comment on 2013-01-17 01:43:20:
lee's comment on 2011-03-22 06:05:20:
i love this one,, it is awesome..
god bless!!!
and have a great day :)