New International Version For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.” New Living Translation Anyone who does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother!” English Standard Version For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.” Berean Standard Bible For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother.” Berean Literal Bible For whoever shall do the will of My Father who is in the heavens, he is My brother and sister and mother.” King James Bible For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother. New King James Version For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother.” New American Standard Bible For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven, he is My brother, and sister, and mother.” NASB 1995 “For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven, he is My brother and sister and mother.” NASB 1977 “For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven, he is My brother and sister and mother.” Legacy Standard Bible For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven, he is My brother and sister and mother.” Amplified Bible For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven [by believing in Me, and following Me] is My brother and sister and mother.” Berean Annotated Bible For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother. Christian Standard Bible For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.” Holman Christian Standard Bible For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven, that person is My brother and sister and mother.” American Standard Version For whosoever shall do the will of my Father who is in heaven, he is my brother, and sister, and mother. Contemporary English Version Anyone who obeys my Father in heaven is my brother or sister or mother." English Revised Version For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, he is my brother, and sister, and mother. GOD'S WORD® Translation Whoever does what my Father in heaven wants is my brother and sister and mother." Good News Translation Whoever does what my Father in heaven wants is my brother, my sister, and my mother." International Standard Version because whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother." NET Bible For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother." New Heart English Bible For whoever does the will of my Father who is in heaven, he is my brother, and sister, and mother." Webster's Bible Translation For whoever shall do the will of my Father who is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother. Weymouth New Testament To obey my Father who is in Heaven--that is to be my brother and my sister and my mother." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother.” World English Bible For whoever does the will of my Father who is in heaven, he is my brother, and sister, and mother.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor whoever may do the will of My Father who is in the heavens, He is My brother, and sister, and mother.” Berean Literal Bible For whoever shall do the will of My Father who is in the heavens, he is My brother and sister and mother.” Young's Literal Translation for whoever may do the will of my Father who is in the heavens, he is my brother, and sister, and mother.' Smith's Literal Translation For whoever should do the will of my Father, him in the heavens, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor whosoever shall do the will of my Father, that is in heaven, he is my brother, and sister, and mother. Catholic Public Domain Version For anyone who does the will of my Father, who is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.” New American Bible For whoever does the will of my heavenly Father is my brother, and sister, and mother.” New Revised Standard Version For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor whoever does the will of my Father in heaven, he is my brother and my sister and my mother. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “For everyone who does the will of my Father who is in Heaven, the same is my brother and my sister and my mother.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentFor whoever will do the will of my Father who is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament For whosoever shall do the will of my Father who is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother. Mace New Testament for whosoever shall do the will of my father, who is in heaven, he is my brother, and sister, and mother. Weymouth New Testament To obey my Father who is in Heaven--that is to be my brother and my sister and my mother." Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Jesus' Mother and Brothers…49Pointing to His disciples, He said, “Here are My mother and My brothers. 50For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother.” Cross References For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven Matthew 7:21 Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. 1 John 2:17 The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever. Hebrews 10:36 You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised. is My brother and sister and mother.” Mark 3:35 For whoever does the will of God is My brother and sister and mother.” Luke 8:21 But He replied, “My mother and brothers are those who hear the word of God and carry it out.” Romans 8:16 The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. Mark 3:35 For whoever does the will of God is My brother and sister and mother.” Luke 8:21 But He replied, “My mother and brothers are those who hear the word of God and carry it out.” John 15:14 You are My friends if you do what I command you. John 14:21 Whoever has My commandments and keeps them is the one who loves Me. The one who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to him.” John 14:23 Jesus replied, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him. Romans 8:14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. Romans 8:29 For those God foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brothers. Galatians 3:26 You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. Galatians 4:5-7 to redeem those under the law, that we might receive our adoption as sons. / And because you are sons, God sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!” / So you are no longer a slave, but a son; and since you are a son, you are also an heir through God. Ephesians 2:19 Therefore you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of God’s household, Treasury of Scripture For whoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother. do. Matthew 7:20,21 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them… Matthew 17:5 While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. Mark 3:35 For whosoever shall do the will of God, the same is my brother, and my sister, and mother. the same. Matthew 25:40,45 And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me… Matthew 28:10 Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me. Psalm 22:22 I will declare thy name unto my brethren: in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee. and sister. Song of Solomon 4:9,10,12 Thou hast ravished my heart, my sister, my spouse; thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, with one chain of thy neck… Song of Solomon 5:1,2 I am come into my garden, my sister, my spouse: I have gathered my myrrh with my spice; I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk: eat, O friends; drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved… 1 Corinthians 9:5 Have we not power to lead about a sister, a wife, as well as other apostles, and as the brethren of the Lord, and Cephas? and mother. John 19:26,27 When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son! … 1 Timothy 5:2 The elder women as mothers; the younger as sisters, with all purity. Jump to Previous Heaven Heavens Mother Obey Pleasure SisterJump to Next Heaven Heavens Mother Obey Pleasure SisterMatthew 12 1. Jesus reproves the blindness of the Pharisees concerning the Sabbath,3. by scripture, 9. by reason, 13. and by a miracle. 22. He heals a man possessed that was blind and mute; 24. and confronting the absurd charge of casting out demons by Beelzebub, 32. he shows that blasphemy against the Holy Spirit shall never be forgiven. 36. Account shall be made of idle words. 38. He rebukes the unfaithful, who seek after a sign, 46. and shows who is his brother, sister, and mother. For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven Jesus identifies obedience to God as the mark of those who truly belong to Him. While His mother and brothers sought to speak with Him, He used the moment to show that loyalty to God takes precedence over natural family ties. His own life perfectly demonstrated submission to the Father’s will, culminating in His death on the cross. Mat 7:21 Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter… is My brother and sister and mother.” Those who obey the Father are received into Christ’s spiritual family. Jesus does not reject His earthly family, but He establishes that faith and obedience create a closer and lasting bond among His followers. In the growing Christian community, believers would live as members of one household, united in Christ rather than by ancestry or social standing. Mrk 3:35 For whoever does the will of God is My brother and sister… Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is teaching about the true nature of spiritual kinship. 2. Disciples Present during this teaching, they are learning about the deeper implications of following Jesus. 3. Crowd The audience to whom Jesus is speaking, which includes both His followers and skeptics. 4. Jesus' Family Mentioned earlier in the chapter, they are seeking to speak with Him, prompting this teaching. 5. Heaven The dwelling place of God the Father, emphasizing the divine authority behind Jesus' words. Teaching Points Spiritual Kinship Over Biological TiesJesus redefines family not by blood but by obedience to God's will. This challenges believers to prioritize their spiritual family. Obedience as a Mark of True Discipleship Doing the will of the Father is essential for being part of Jesus' spiritual family. This calls for a life of active faith and obedience. Inclusivity of God's Family The invitation to be part of Jesus' family is open to all who do God's will, emphasizing the inclusivity of the Gospel. Heavenly Perspective Aligning our lives with God's will requires a focus on heavenly priorities over earthly ones, encouraging believers to seek God's kingdom first. Identity in Christ Understanding our identity as part of Jesus' family can transform how we live, offering security and purpose in our Christian walk. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 12:50?2. How does Matthew 12:50 define who is part of Jesus' spiritual family? 3. What actions demonstrate being a "brother, sister, and mother" to Jesus? 4. How can we prioritize God's will in our daily decision-making? 5. Which other scriptures emphasize obedience to God's will as a family bond? 6. How can your church community better reflect the family described in Matthew 12:50? 7. How does Matthew 12:50 redefine the concept of family in a spiritual context? 8. What implications does Matthew 12:50 have for traditional family structures? 9. How does Matthew 12:50 challenge cultural norms about kinship and loyalty? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 12? (50) Whosoever shall do the will.--This is, then, what Christ recognises as the ground of a spiritual relationship. Not outward, but inward fellowship; not the mere fact of baptism, but that which baptism signifies; that doing the will of God, which is the essence of holiness--this is that which makes the disciple as dear to the heart of Christ as was the mother whom He loved so truly. Sister, and mother.--The special mention of the sister suggests the thought that those who bore that name had joined the mother and the brethren in their attempt to interrupt the divine work. Verse 50. - For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same (he, Revised Version; αὐτός: ch. 1:21, note) is my brother, and sister, and mother. He is fall; he sums up in himself all such relations. Observe that our Lord does not raise the question whether or not his mother and brethren now believed on him. He is only speaking of the claims of relationship as such. From Mark 3:21, however (which seems to refer to the same occasion), we may conclude that the motive for this endeavour to interrupt him lay in unbelief. If so, Mary was either unaware of this or had herself been over-persuaded into momentary impatience (John 2:3) and distrust. If the latter alternative be adopted, she forms a parallel to the Baptist (Matthew 11:3, note). Matthew 12:50 NIV |
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