Matthew 19

And it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these sayings, he departed from Galilee, and came into the coasts of Judaea beyond Jordan;

After sharing his teachings, Jesus left Galilee, journeying to the borders of Judaea, across the Jordan, with a sense of purpose and resolve.

And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.

Numerous people passionately pursued him, and right there, he tenderly healed their afflictions.

The Pharisees also came unto him, tempting him, and saying unto him, Is it lawful for a man to put away his wife for every cause?

The Pharisees approached him, trying to trap him with a question, "Is it okay for a man to divorce his wife for any reason?"

And he answered and said unto them, Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female,

He responded, "Haven't you read that the Creator, from the start, made us as man and woman?"

And said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife: and they twain shall be one flesh?

That's why a man will leave his father and mother to be united with his wife, and the two will become one flesh.

Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.

They are no longer two, but one, united by God. So, no one should dare to separate what God has bound together.

They say unto him, Why did Moses then command to give a writing of divorcement, and to put her away?

They asked him, "Then why did Moses command that a man give his wife divorce papers and send her away?"

He saith unto them, Moses because of the hardness of your hearts suffered you to put away your wives: but from the beginning it was not so.

He told them, "Moses allowed you to divorce your wives due to your hardened hearts. But it wasn't meant to be this way from the start."

And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.

I tell you this, if a man divorces his wife for any reason other than her being unfaithful, and marries another woman, he is committing adultery. And anyone who marries the divorced woman is also committing adultery.

His disciples say unto him, If the case of the man be so with his wife, it is not good to marry.

His followers questioned him, saying, if a man's relationship with his wife is so challenging, isn't it better not to marry at all?

But he said unto them, All men cannot receive this saying, save they to whom it is given.

He told them, not everyone can grasp this message, only those it's meant for will understand.

For there are some eunuchs, which were so born from their mother’s womb: and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs of men: and there be eunuchs, which have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of heaven’s sake. He that is able to receive it, let him receive it.

Some men are eunuchs because they were born that way, others were made eunuchs by men, and some choose to live as eunuchs for the sake of heaven. If you can accept this, then do so.

Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.

People brought their young children to him, hoping he would bless them with a touch and a prayer. But his followers scolded them for doing so.

But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.

Jesus passionately urged, "Let the children approach me freely, don't stop them. For they embody the essence of heaven's kingdom."

And he laid his hands on them, and departed thence.

He gently touched them, then left that place with a heavy heart.

And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?

Suddenly, someone approached him and asked earnestly, "Dear Teacher, what good act should I perform to gain everlasting life?"

And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments.

He asked, "Why do you call me good? Only God is truly good. But if you want to experience true life, follow His commandments."

He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness,

He asked, "Which commandments?" Jesus replied, "Don't kill, don't cheat on your spouse, don't steal, and don't lie."

Honour thy father and thy mother: and, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Respect and cherish your parents, and show the same love and kindness to others as you would to yourself.

The young man saith unto him, All these things have I kept from my youth up: what lack I yet?

The young man asked him, "I've followed all these rules since I was a kid. What am I still missing?"

Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go and sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come and follow me.

Jesus gently told him, "If you truly desire perfection, sell all your possessions, help the needy, and you'll earn heavenly rewards. Then, come, join me on this journey."

But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrowful: for he had great possessions.

Upon hearing those words, the young man left in sadness, burdened by his vast wealth.

Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven.

Jesus emotionally told his followers, "Believe me when I say, it's really hard for a wealthy person to enter heaven."

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.

I tell you once more, it's simpler for a camel to pass through a needle's eye than for a wealthy person to find their way into God's realm.

When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved?

Upon hearing his words, his disciples were overwhelmed with astonishment, asking, "Then, who can possibly be saved?"

But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Jesus looked at them deeply, and said, "Humans might find this impossible, but for God, nothing is impossible."

Then answered Peter and said unto him, Behold, we have forsaken all, and followed thee; what shall we have therefore?

Peter, with a hint of desperation in his voice, turned to him and said, "Look, we've given up everything to follow you. What's in it for us?"

And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Jesus assured His followers, "Indeed, those who have walked with me, when the time comes for the world to be reborn and I, the Son of man, sit on my glorious throne, you too will sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel."

And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name’s sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life.

Anyone who leaves behind their home, family, or possessions for my sake will be rewarded greatly and will enjoy eternal life.

But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first.

Those who are often overlooked will eventually be recognized, and those who are always in the spotlight may end up in the shadows.