Matthew 9:14-15

Jesus Questioned About Fasting

14 Then John’s disciples came and asked him, “How is it that we and the Pharisees fast often, but your disciples do not fast?”
15 Jesus answered, “How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while he is with them? The time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast.

Cross References 4

  • 1. S Matthew 3:1
  • 2. Matthew 11:18,19; Luke 18:12
  • 3. John 3:29
  • 4. Acts 13:2,3; Acts 14:23
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