Matthew 10:16-18 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

          16Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.
          17But beware of men; for they will hand you over to their councils and flog you in their synagogues.
          18On My account, you will be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles.

— Matthew 10:16-18

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I am sending you out as Sheep among wolves. Be as wary as snakes and as harmless as doves. - Matthew 10:16

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