52-54 Jesus said, “Put your sword back where it belongs. All who use swords are destroyed by swords. Don’t you realize that I am able right now to call to my Father, and twelve companies—more, if I want them—of fighting angels would be here, battle-ready? But if I did that, how would the Scriptures come true that say this is the way it has to be?”

Read full chapter

Bible Gateway Recommends

The Message Devotional Bible LeatherLike, Brown
The Message Devotional Bible LeatherLike, Brown
Retail: $39.99
Our Price: $27.51
Save: $12.48 (31%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars
The Message: Solo - An Uncommon Devotional
The Message: Solo - An Uncommon Devotional
Retail: $19.99
Our Price: $13.76
Save: $6.23 (31%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
The Message Personal-Size Bible--soft leather-look, saddle tan
The Message Personal-Size Bible--soft leather-look, saddle tan
Retail: $39.99
Our Price: $35.30
Save: $4.69 (12%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars