Luke 12:39
The Scripture
(39) And this know, that if the goodman of the house had known what hour the thief would come, he would have watched, and not have suffered his house to be broken through.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Luke 12 Jesus warns his disciples about fear, urging them to consider what is truly important. He tells them that worry and greed will not bring lasting peace, and that God provides for their needs. The chapter ends with Jesus speaking of the kingdom of God as a treasure hidden and guarded.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 24:43Matthew 24:44I Thessalonians 5:2I Thessalonians 5:3II Peter 3:10Revelation 3:3Revelation 16:15
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