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Mark 9:40 Cross-References
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“For he that is not against us is on our part.”
Mark 9:40 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 9:40
Jesus stated a crucial principle: 'For he that is not against us is on our part' (ὃς γὰρ οὐκ ἔστιν καθ' ἡμῶν, ὑπὲρ ἡμῶν ἐστιν). This seems opposite to Matthew 12:30: 'He that is not with me is against me.' The difference is context. In Matthew 12, Pharisees attributed Jesus' exorcisms to Satan—active opposition. Here, the person performed genuine ministry in Jesus' name—active alignment. Jesus teaches nuanced discernment: don't assume neutrality equals hostility. Those performing kingdom work in Christ's name, even outside official structures, should be affirmed not opposed. However, active op...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 9:40
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