Impossible for Humans
Who then shall be saved
Matthew 19:23-26 highlights Jesus’ profound teaching on the difficulty for a rich person to enter the kingdom of heaven. Jesus explains to His disciples that it is exceptionally hard for a wealthy individual to enter because their riches often become a significant barrier to fully trusting and depending on God. When the disciples express their astonishment at this statement, Jesus emphasizes that salvation cannot be achieved through human effort or strength alone; it is simply impossible without divine intervention. However, Jesus reassures them that with God’s power, all things become possible, no matter how challenging they may seem. This passage powerfully reinforces the necessity of relying entirely on God’s grace and power, rather than personal wealth or human ability, in order to receive eternal life. It encourages believers to place their faith and trust wholly in Him, recognizing that true salvation is a gift from God.
(ai summarized)
“ Then Jesus said to his disciples, “I tell you the truth, it will be hard for a rich person to enter the kingdom of heaven! Again I say, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter into the kingdom of God.” The disciples were greatly astonished when they heard this and said, “Then who can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and replied, “This is impossible for mere humans, but for God all things are possible.”