New International Version “Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. New Living Translation “I also tell you this: If two of you agree here on earth concerning anything you ask, my Father in heaven will do it for you. English Standard Version Again I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything they ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. Berean Standard Bible Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. Berean Literal Bible Again, truly I say to you⁺ that if two of you⁺ on the earth shall agree about any matter that they shall ask, it will be done for them by My Father who is in the heavens. King James Bible Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. New King James Version “Again I say to you that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they ask, it will be done for them by My Father in heaven. New American Standard Bible “Again I say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father who is in heaven. NASB 1995 “Again I say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father who is in heaven. NASB 1977 “Again I say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father who is in heaven. Legacy Standard Bible “Again I say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father who is in heaven. Amplified Bible “Again I say to you, that if two believers on earth agree [that is, are of one mind, in harmony] about anything that they ask [within the will of God], it will be done for them by My Father in heaven. Berean Annotated Bible Again, I tell you⁺ truly that if two of you⁺ on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. Christian Standard Bible Again, truly I tell you, if two of you on earth agree about any matter that you pray for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. Holman Christian Standard Bible Again, I assure you: If two of you on earth agree about any matter that you pray for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. American Standard Version Again I say unto you, that if two of you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father who is in heaven. Contemporary English Version I promise that when any two of you on earth agree about something you are praying for, my Father in heaven will do it for you. English Revised Version Again I say unto you, that if two of you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. GOD'S WORD® Translation "I can guarantee again that if two of you agree on anything here on earth, my Father in heaven will accept it. Good News Translation "And I tell you more: whenever two of you on earth agree about anything you pray for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. International Standard Version Furthermore, I tell all of you with certainty that if two of you agree on earth about anything you request, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven, NET Bible Again, I tell you the truth, if two of you on earth agree about whatever you ask, my Father in heaven will do it for you. New Heart English Bible Again, truly I tell you, that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they will ask, it will be done for them by my Father who is in heaven. Webster's Bible Translation Again I say to you, That if two of you shall agree on earth, concerning any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them by my Father who is in heaven. Weymouth New Testament I also solemnly tell you that if two of you here on earth agree together concerning anything whatever that they shall ask, the boon will come to them from my Father who is in Heaven. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAgain, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. World English Bible Again, assuredly I tell you, that if two of you will agree on earth concerning anything that they will ask, it will be done for them by my Father who is in heaven. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAgain, I say to you that if two of you may agree on the earth concerning anything, whatever they may ask—it will be done to them from My Father who is in the heavens, Berean Literal Bible Again, truly I say to you⁺ that if two of you⁺ on the earth shall agree about any matter that they shall ask, it will be done for them by My Father who is in the heavens. Young's Literal Translation 'Again, I say to you, that, if two of you may agree on the earth concerning anything, whatever they may ask -- it shall be done to them from my Father who is in the heavens, Smith's Literal Translation Again, I say to you, That if two of you agree in opinion for everything which they ask, it shall be to them of my Father, he in the heavens. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAgain I say to you, that if two of you shall consent upon earth, concerning any thing whatsoever they shall ask, it shall be done to them by my Father who is in heaven. Catholic Public Domain Version Again I say to you, that if two of those among you have agreed on earth, about anything whatsoever that they have requested, it shall be done for them by my Father, who is in heaven. New American Bible Again, [amen,] I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray, it shall be granted to them by my heavenly Father. New Revised Standard Version Again, truly I tell you, if two of you agree on earth about anything you ask, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAgain I say to you, that if two of you are worthy on earth, anything that they would ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Again I say to you, that if two of you will agree in the earth about any matter which they will request, it will be done for them from the presence of my Father who is in Heaven. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAgain, I say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about any thing for which they will ask, it shall be done for them by my Father who is in heaven. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament Again I say unto you, That if two of you are concurring upon earth, respecting any matter, which ye shall ask, it shall be done for them by my Father who is in heaven. Mace New Testament I assure you, that if two of you shall live in agreement together, whatever they ask shall be granted to them by my heavenly father. Weymouth New Testament I also solemnly tell you that if two of you here on earth agree together concerning anything whatever that they shall ask, the boon will come to them from my Father who is in Heaven. Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context A Brother who Sins…18Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven. 19Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. 20For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.”… Cross References Again, I tell you truly John 14:12 Truly, truly, I tell you, whoever believes in Me will also do the works that I am doing. He will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father. John 16:23 In that day you will no longer ask Me anything. Truly, truly, I tell you, whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you. that if two of you on the earth Deuteronomy 19:15 A lone witness is not sufficient to establish any wrongdoing or sin against a man, regardless of what offense he may have committed. A matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. / For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up! / Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm; but how can one keep warm alone? … Amos 3:3 Can two walk together without agreeing where to go? agree about anything you ask for, Acts 1:14 With one accord they all continued in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers. Acts 4:24 When the believers heard this, they lifted up their voices to God with one accord. “Sovereign Lord,” they said, “You made the heaven and the earth and the sea and everything in them. John 14:13-14 And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. / If you ask Me for anything in My name, I will do it. it will be done for you Mark 11:24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. 1 John 3:22 and we will receive from Him whatever we ask, because we keep His commandments and do what is pleasing in His sight. 1 John 5:14-15 And this is the confidence that we have before Him: If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. / And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we already possess what we have asked of Him. by My Father in heaven. Matthew 6:9 So then, this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Matthew 7:11 So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him! Luke 11:13 So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!” James 5:16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail. John 15:7 If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. Treasury of Scripture Again I say to you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. That if. Matthew 5:24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. Matthew 21:22 And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive. Mark 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. it shall. John 14:13,14 And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son… John 16:23 And in that day ye shall ask me nothing. Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you. Jump to Previous Agree Agreement Assuredly Boon Earth Heaven Heavens Matter Request Solemnly Together Touching Whatever WhatsoeverJump to Next Agree Agreement Assuredly Boon Earth Heaven Heavens Matter Request Solemnly Together Touching Whatever WhatsoeverMatthew 18 1. Jesus warns his disciples to be humble and harmless,7. to avoid offenses, 10. and not to despise the little ones; 15. teaches how we are to deal with our brothers when they offend us, 21. and how often to forgive them; 23. which he sets forth by a parable of the king who took account of his servants, 32. and punished him who showed no mercy to his fellow servant. Again, I tell you truly Jesus solemnly reinforces His teaching, giving His disciples firm assurance of the authority and reliability of His words. Jhn 14:12 Truly, truly, I tell you, whoever believes in Me… that if two of you on the earth Even a small number of believers united before God are not insignificant. In the immediate setting, Jesus has been addressing the discipline, restoration, and care of His people. Deu 19:15 A lone witness is not sufficient to establish any wrongdoing… agree about anything you ask for, Their agreement must be more than shared words; it involves unity in faith and submission to God’s purposes. Act 1:14 With one accord they all continued in prayer,… it will be done for you God hears and answers the united petitions of His people according to His will. Mrk 11:24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer,… by My Father in heaven. The Father rules from heaven and acts on behalf of those who belong to Christ. Mat 6:9 So then, this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven… Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe speaker of this verse, providing instruction to His disciples about the power of agreement in prayer. 2. Disciples The immediate audience of Jesus' teaching, representing believers who are called to live in unity and prayer. 3. Heaven The dwelling place of God the Father, from where divine intervention and answers to prayer are promised. 4. Earth The realm where believers live and where the agreement in prayer is to take place. 5. God the Father The one who answers prayers made in agreement, emphasizing His role in the divine response to unity in prayer. Teaching Points The Power of AgreementUnity in prayer is emphasized as a powerful tool for believers. When two or more agree, it reflects a collective faith and purpose. The Role of Faith Agreement in prayer requires faith in God's ability to answer. Believers must trust in God's promises and His timing. The Importance of Community This verse underscores the value of community in the Christian faith. Believers are encouraged to pray together, fostering unity and support. Alignment with God's Will While agreement is powerful, it must align with God's will. Prayers should seek to reflect God's purposes and desires. Encouragement to Pray Boldly Believers are encouraged to pray boldly and with confidence, knowing that God hears and responds to prayers made in unity. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 18:19?2. How can we apply "agree on earth" in our prayer groups today? 3. What does Matthew 18:19 teach about the power of collective prayer? 4. How does Matthew 18:19 connect to James 5:16 on prayer's effectiveness? 5. In what ways can we ensure unity when praying with others? 6. How does Matthew 18:19 encourage us to seek God's will in prayer? 7. Does Matthew 18:19 guarantee that God will grant any request made by two believers? 8. How does Matthew 18:19 align with unanswered prayers in a believer's life? 9. What is the historical context of Matthew 18:19 in the early Christian community? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 18? (19) Shall agree on earth.--The promise, as before, is dependent on implied conditions. Those who pray must be gathered together in the name of Christ (Matthew 18:20), i.e., as trusting to His intercession, asking a prayer which is not the utterance of the natural but the spiritual man, asking it in entire submission to the will of their Father in heaven. In the absence of those conditions, as in the prayer of the sons of Zebedee, asking they knew not what (Matthew 20:20), that which they desired might be withheld from them, or granted in quite another manner than that on which they had set their hearts.Verse 19. - Again I say unto you. The following paragraph has been thought by many to be addressed especially to the apostles in confirmation of the powers conferred on them above; but from ver. 20 we should judge the promise to be general. Herein is set forth the privilege of united prayer. God confirms the sentence of his authorized ambassadors; he gives special heed to the joint intercessions of all Christians. Two of you. Two of my followers, even the smallest number that could form an association. Shall agree (συμφωνήσωσιν). Be in complete accord, like the notes of a perfect strain of music. Here one man's infirmity is upheld by another's strength; one man's short-sightedness compensated by another's wider view; this man's little faith overpowered by that man's firm confidence. Anything. Of course, this is to be understood with some restriction. The thing asked must be reasonable, good in itself, expedient for the petitioner; the prayer must be earnest, faithful, persevering. If such conditions are satisfied, the desire will be granted in some form, though, perhaps, not in the way or at the time expected. Thus the Lord sanctions guilds or bodies of Christians united together to offer up supplications for special objects or with some definite intention in which all ere agreed. Matthew 18:19 assures believers that when even two of us, grounded on earth yet united in Christ, harmonize our requests with God’s heart, the Father answers decisively from heaven. Unity amplifies prayer, divine authority secures its fulfillment, and the Father’s loving sovereignty delivers what advances His kingdom and restores His people. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Again,Πάλιν (Palin) Adverb Strong's 3825: Probably from the same as pale; anew, i.e. back, once more, or furthermore or on the other hand. I tell λέγω (legō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. you ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. truly ἀμὴν (amēn) Hebrew Word Strong's 281: Of Hebrew origin; properly, firm, i.e. trustworthy; adverbially, surely. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. if ἐὰν (ean) Conjunction Strong's 1437: If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc. two δύο (dyo) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1417: Two. A primary numeral; 'two'. of ἐξ (ex) Preposition Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. you ὑμῶν (hymōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. on ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition Strong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at. the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. earth γῆς (gēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 1093: Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe. agree συμφωνήσωσιν (symphōnēsōsin) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 4856: To agree with, harmonize with, agree together. From sumphonos; to be harmonious, i.e. to accord or stipulate. about περὶ (peri) Preposition Strong's 4012: From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time. anything παντὸς (pantos) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. [you] ask for, αἰτήσωνται (aitēsōntai) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Middle - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 154: To ask, request, petition, demand. Of uncertain derivation; to ask. it will be done γενήσεται (genēsetai) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. for [you] αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. by παρὰ (para) Preposition Strong's 3844: Gen: from; dat: beside, in the presence of; acc: alongside of. My μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. Father Πατρός (Patros) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. heaven. οὐρανοῖς (ouranois) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural Strong's 3772: Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel. Additonal Resources Matthew 18:19 Blue Letter BibleMatthew 18:19 Bible Gateway Matthew 18:19 Bible.com Matthew 18:19 NIV |
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