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Luke 4:43 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Luke 4:43 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 4 verse 43 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent.”
Luke 4:43 (KJV)
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Commentary on Luke 4:43
When crowds try to keep Jesus in their city, He responds: 'I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent.' The Greek 'dei' (δεῖ, must) indicates divine necessity—not mere preference but mission imperative. Jesus' purpose is preaching God's kingdom to all, not settling in one location. The phrase 'therefore am I sent' (Greek 'apestalēn,' ἀπεστάλην, I was sent) reveals Jesus' consciousness of being sent by the Father. He remains focused on His mission despite popularity and people's desire to monopolize Him. Ministry effectiveness requires prioritizing God's call...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 4:43
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“Let's go elsewhere into the next towns, that I may preach there also, because I came out for this reason.”
“rebuke”
“not to do my own will”
“how God anointed him with the Holy Spirit and with power”
“Peace be to you. As the Father has sent me, even so I send you.”
“while it is day. The night is coming”
“Jesus came into Galilee”
“to proclaim liberty to the captives”
“hear you this; from the beginning I have not spoken in secret; from the time that it was”