Matthew 5:33-34 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

³³Again, you have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill your vows to the Lord.’

³⁴But I tell you not to swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God’s throne;

— Matthew 5:33-34

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