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class="vheadingv">Verse<a href="/bsb/matthew/18.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/matthew/18.htm">New International Version</a> In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish. <a href="/nlt/matthew/18.htm">New Living Translation</a> In the same way, it is not my heavenly Father’s will that even one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/esv/matthew/18.htm">English Standard Version</a> So it is not the will of my Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/bsb/matthew/18.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> In the same way, your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish. <a href="/blb/matthew/18.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Thus it is not the will of your Father who is in the heavens that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/kjv/matthew/18.htm">King James Bible</a> Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/nkjv/matthew/18.htm">New King James Version</a> Even so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/nasb_/matthew/18.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> So it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven for one of these little ones to perish. <a href="/nasb/matthew/18.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220So it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones perish. <a href="/nasb77/matthew/18.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “Thus it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones perish. <a href="/lsb/matthew/18.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> In this way, it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones perish. <a href="/amp/matthew/18.htm">Amplified Bible</a> So it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones be lost. <a href="/csb/matthew/18.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> In the same way, it is not the will of your Father in heaven that one of these little ones perish. <a href="/hcsb/matthew/18.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> In the same way, it is not the will of your Father in heaven that one of these little ones perish. <a href="/asv/matthew/18.htm">American Standard Version</a> Even so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/cev/matthew/18.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> That's how it is with your Father in heaven. He doesn't want any of these little ones to be lost. <a href="/erv/matthew/18.htm">English Revised Version</a> Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/gwt/matthew/18.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> In the same way, your Father in heaven does not want one of these little ones to be lost. <a href="/gnt/matthew/18.htm">Good News Translation</a> In just the same way your Father in heaven does not want any of these little ones to be lost. <a href="/isv/matthew/18.htm">International Standard Version</a> In the same way, it is not the will of your Father in heaven that one of these little ones should be lost." <a href="/msb/matthew/18.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> In the same way, your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish. <a href="/net/matthew/18.htm">NET Bible</a> In the same way, your Father in heaven is not willing that one of these little ones be lost. <a href="/nheb/matthew/18.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Even so it is not the will of my Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/wbt/matthew/18.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Even so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/wey/matthew/18.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Just so it is not the will of your Father in Heaven that one of these little ones should be lost. <a href="/web/matthew/18.htm">World English Bible</a> Even so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones should perish. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/matthew/18.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> so it is not [the] will in [the] presence of your Father who is in the heavens that one of these little ones may perish. <a href="/blb/matthew/18.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Thus it is not the will of your Father who is in the heavens that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/ylt/matthew/18.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> so it is not will in presence of your Father who is in the heavens, that one of these little ones may perish. <a href="/slt/matthew/18.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> So is not the will of your Father, he in the heavens, that one of these little ones be lost.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/matthew/18.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Even so it is not the will of your Father, who is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish. <a href="/cpdv/matthew/18.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Even so, it is not the will before your Father, who is in heaven, that one of these little ones should be lost. <a href="/nabre/matthew/18.htm">New American Bible</a> In just the same way, it is not the will of your heavenly Father that one of these little ones be lost. <a href="/nrsvce/matthew/18.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> So it is not the will of your Father in heaven that one of these little ones should be lost.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/matthew/18.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Even so, your Father in heaven does not want one of these little ones to be lost. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/18.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Just so, it is not the will before your Father who is in Heaven that one of these little ones should perish.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/matthew/18.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Even so, it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven, that one of these little ones should be lost.<CM> <a href="/godbey/matthew/18.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> <FR>So it is not the will of your Father who is in the heavens, that one of these little ones may perish.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/matthew/18.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Even so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven, that one of these little ones perish.<CM> <a href="/mace/matthew/18.htm">Mace New Testament</a> in like manner your heavenly father would not that any person of such humility should be lost. <a href="/wey/matthew/18.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Just so it is not the will of your Father in Heaven that one of these little ones should be lost. <a href="/worrell/matthew/18.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> <FR>In like manner it is not the will of your Father Who is in Heaven, that one of these little ones should perish.<Fr> <a href="/worsley/matthew/18.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> <FR>Even so it is not the will of your heavenly Father, that <Fr>any<FR> one of these little ones should be lost.<Fr> <a href="/parallel/matthew/18-14.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hriiyJYqzvc?start=5167" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/matthew/18.htm">The Parable of the Lost Sheep</a> …13And if he finds it, truly I tell you, he rejoices more over that one sheep than over the ninety-nine that did not go astray. 14<a href="/greek/3779.htm" title="3779: houtōs (Adv) -- Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows).">In the same way,</a> <a href="/greek/1715.htm" title="1715: emprosthen (Prep) -- From en and pros; in front of (literally or figuratively) or time)."></a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymōn (PPro-G2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3962.htm" title="3962: Patros (N-GMS) -- Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a father.">Father</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3772.htm" title="3772: ouranois (N-DMP) -- Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel.">heaven</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">is</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/2307.htm" title="2307: thelēma (N-NNS) -- An act of will, will; plur: wishes, desires. From the prolonged form of ethelo; a determination, i.e. choice or inclination.">willing</a> <a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">that</a> <a href="/greek/1520.htm" title="1520: hen (Adj-NNS) -- One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.">any</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: toutōn (DPro-GNP) -- This; he, she, it. ">of these</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3398.htm" title="3398: mikrōn (Adj-GNP) -- Little, small. Including the comparative mikroteros apparently a primary word; small (figuratively) dignity).">little ones</a> <a href="/greek/622.htm" title="622: apolētai (V-ASM-3S) -- From apo and the base of olethros; to destroy fully, literally or figuratively.">should perish.</a> 15If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/luke/15-4.htm">Luke 15:4-7</a> “What man among you, if he has a hundred sheep and loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the pasture and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? / And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders, / comes home, and calls together his friends and neighbors to tell them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost sheep!’ ... <a href="/john/10-11.htm">John 10:11-16</a> I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep. / The hired hand is not the shepherd, and the sheep are not his own. When he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf pounces on them and scatters the flock. / The man runs away because he is a hired servant and is unconcerned for the sheep. ... <a href="/2_peter/3-9.htm">2 Peter 3:9</a> The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance. <a href="/ezekiel/34-11.htm">Ezekiel 34:11-16</a> For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I Myself will search for My flock and seek them out. / As a shepherd looks for his scattered sheep when he is among the flock, so I will look for My flock. I will rescue them from all the places to which they were scattered on a day of clouds and darkness. / I will bring them out from the peoples, gather them from the countries, and bring them into their own land. I will feed them on the mountains of Israel, in the ravines, and in all the settlements of the land. ... <a href="/isaiah/53-6.htm">Isaiah 53:6</a> We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all. <a href="/john/6-39.htm">John 6:39</a> And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that I shall lose none of those He has given Me, but raise them up at the last day. <a href="/1_timothy/2-4.htm">1 Timothy 2:4</a> who wants everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. <a href="/luke/19-10.htm">Luke 19:10</a> For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” <a href="/psalms/119-176.htm">Psalm 119:176</a> I have strayed like a lost sheep; seek Your servant, for I have not forgotten Your commandments. <a href="/jeremiah/23-3.htm">Jeremiah 23:3</a> Then I Myself will gather the remnant of My flock from all the lands to which I have banished them, and I will return them to their pasture, where they will be fruitful and multiply. <a href="/john/3-16.htm">John 3:16-17</a> For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. / For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him. <a href="/romans/5-8.htm">Romans 5:8</a> But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. <a href="/isaiah/40-11.htm">Isaiah 40:11</a> He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes. <a href="/1_peter/2-25.htm">1 Peter 2:25</a> For “you were like sheep going astray,” but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. <a href="/ezekiel/18-23.htm">Ezekiel 18:23</a> Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Lord GOD. Wouldn’t I prefer that he turn from his ways and live?</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish.it is.<a href="/luke/12-32.htm">Luke 12:32</a> Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.<a href="/john/6-39.htm">John 6:39,40</a> And this is the Father's will which hath sent me, that of all which he hath given me I should lose nothing, but should raise it up again at the last day… <a href="/john/10-27.htm">John 10:27-30</a> My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: … your.<a href="/matthew/5-16.htm">Matthew 5:16</a> Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.<a href="/matthew/6-9.htm">Matthew 6:9,32</a> After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name… one.<a href="/isaiah/40-11.htm">Isaiah 40:11</a> He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.<a href="/zechariah/13-7.htm">Zechariah 13:7</a> Awake, O sword, against my shepherd, and against the man that is my fellow, saith the LORD of hosts: smite the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered: and I will turn mine hand upon the little ones.<a href="/john/21-15.htm">John 21:15</a> So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/12-25.htm">Destruction</a> <a href="/matthew/18-10.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/matthew/18-10.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/matthew/18-10.htm">Little</a> <a href="/matthew/18-10.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/matthew/9-17.htm">Perish</a> <a href="/matthew/13-28.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/matthew/17-2.htm">Presence</a> <a href="/matthew/18-13.htm">Way</a> <a href="/matthew/11-14.htm">Willing</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/22-7.htm">Destruction</a> <a href="/matthew/18-18.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/matthew/18-18.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/matthew/19-13.htm">Little</a> <a href="/matthew/19-14.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/matthew/26-52.htm">Perish</a> <a href="/matthew/20-14.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/matthew/24-3.htm">Presence</a> <a href="/matthew/18-33.htm">Way</a> <a href="/matthew/22-3.htm">Willing</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 18</div>1. <a href="/matthew/18-1.htm">Jesus warns his disciples to be humble and harmless,</a> 7. <a href="/matthew/18-7.htm">to avoid offenses,</a> 10. <a href="/matthew/18-10.htm">and not to despise the little ones;</a> 15. <a href="/matthew/18-15.htm">teaches how we are to deal with our brothers when they offend us,</a> 21. <a href="/matthew/18-21.htm">and how often to forgive them;</a> 23. <a href="/matthew/18-23.htm">which he sets forth by a parable of the king who took account of his servants,</a> 32. <a href="/matthew/18-32.htm">and punished him who showed no mercy to his fellow servant.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/18.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/matthew/18.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>In the same way This phrase connects the current verse to the preceding parable of the lost sheep (<a href="/matthew/18-12.htm">Matthew 18:12-13</a>). The parable illustrates God's active pursuit of those who have gone astray, emphasizing His desire for their return. The phrase "in the same way" indicates that the following statement about God's will is directly related to the shepherd's joy in finding the lost sheep.your Father in heaven This phrase emphasizes the personal and relational nature of God as a Father. It reflects the intimate relationship believers have with God, who is not a distant deity but a caring and loving Father. The term "in heaven" underscores His divine authority and sovereignty, reminding readers of His ultimate power and control over all creation.is not willing This indicates God's intentional desire and purpose. It highlights the active will of God, showing that He has a specific intention regarding the fate of His people. This aligns with <a href="/2_peter/3-9.htm">2 Peter 3:9</a>, which states that God is patient, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance.that any of these little ones "These little ones" refers to believers, particularly those who are humble and dependent on God, much like children. In the broader context of <a href="/matthew/18.htm">Matthew 18</a>, Jesus emphasizes the importance of humility and childlike faith. The term "little ones" can also be seen as a reference to those who are vulnerable or marginalized within the community of faith.should perish The word "perish" here implies spiritual destruction or eternal separation from God. It is not merely physical death but a state of being lost eternally. This reflects the seriousness of sin and the consequences of turning away from God. The use of "perish" connects to <a href="/john/3-16.htm">John 3:16</a>, where God's love is shown in His desire to save the world through Jesus Christ, so that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The speaker of this verse, teaching His disciples about the value of humility and the importance of caring for the "little ones" in the kingdom of heaven. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> The immediate audience of Jesus' teaching, who are learning about the nature of God's kingdom and the importance of humility and care for others. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_little_ones.htm">The Little Ones</a> Refers to believers, particularly those who are humble and may be considered insignificant by worldly standards. This term emphasizes the value God places on every individual. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_father_in_heaven.htm">The Father in Heaven</a> Represents God, who is characterized by His loving and protective nature, desiring that none of His children should be lost. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_kingdom_of_heaven.htm">The Kingdom of Heaven</a> The broader context of Jesus' teaching, focusing on the values and principles that govern God's kingdom, including care, humility, and redemption.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_heart_for_the_lost.htm">God's Heart for the Lost</a> God’s desire is for all to be saved and none to perish. This reflects His compassionate and loving nature, urging believers to share in this mission. <a href="/topical/v/value_of_every_believer.htm">Value of Every Believer</a> Every individual, regardless of their status or perceived importance, is precious in God's sight. Believers are called to reflect this value in their interactions with others. <a href="/topical/c/call_to_humility_and_care.htm">Call to Humility and Care</a> Jesus' teaching encourages humility and a child-like faith. Believers should care for and protect those who are vulnerable or marginalized. <a href="/topical/r/responsibility_to_protect.htm">Responsibility to Protect</a> As followers of Christ, there is a responsibility to ensure that none of the "little ones" are led astray or neglected, emphasizing the importance of community and accountability. <a href="/topical/a/assurance_of_god's_sovereignty.htm">Assurance of God's Sovereignty</a> Trust in God's sovereign will and His ultimate plan for salvation, knowing that He is actively working to bring His children to Himself.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_18.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 18</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_having_a_sound_mind.htm">Why leave the ninety-nine sheep?</a> <a href="/q/where_can_i_find_my_lost_sheep.htm">Where can I find my lost sheep?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_'firstfruits_of_his_creatures'.htm">What does 'I will not give my glory to another' mean?</a> <a href="/q/why_leave_the_ninety-nine_sheep.htm">Why leave the ninety-nine sheep?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/matthew/18.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(14) Even so it is not the will . . .--The form of the proposition has all the force that belongs to the rhetorical use of the negative. "It is not the will" suggests the thought that the will of the Father is the very opposite of that, and so the words are identical in their teaching with those of St. Paul, "He will have all men to be saved" (<a href="/1_timothy/2-4.htm" title="Who will have all men to be saved, and to come to the knowledge of the truth.">1Timothy 2:4</a>). The continued presence of the child is again emphasised in "one of these little ones."<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/18.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 14. - Even so. The teaching of the parable is summed up; the conduct of the earthly shepherd is a figure of that of the heavenly Shepherd. The will of your Father... perish. To scandalize one of these little ones, or lead him into sin (which is to cause to perish), is to fight against God's will, who would have all men to be saved (<a href="/1_timothy/2-4.htm">1 Timothy 2:4</a>). "When the dignity of the little ones was asserted, it was Πατρός μου, 'my Father;' now that a motive directly acting on the conscience of the Christian is urged, it is Πατρὸς ὑμῶν, your Father" (Alford). St. Paul teaches that Christ died for the weak brethren (<a href="/romans/14-15.htm">Romans 14:15</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/8-11.htm">1 Corinthians 8:11</a>). With this text (ver. 14) before him, it is inconceivable that any one can hold the doctrine of the eternal reprobation of certain souls. The whole passage is opposed to the theory of irrespective predestination and irresistible grace. <a href="/commentaries/matthew/18-14.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>In the same way, οὕτως (houtōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3779.htm">Strong's 3779: </a> Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows). your ὑμῶν (hymōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. Father Πατρὸς (Patros) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3962.htm">Strong's 3962: </a> Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. heaven οὐρανοῖς (ouranois) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3772.htm">Strong's 3772: </a> Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel. is ἔστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. willing θέλημα (thelēma) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2307.htm">Strong's 2307: </a> An act of will, will; plur: wishes, desires. From the prolonged form of ethelo; a determination, i.e. choice or inclination. that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. any ἓν (hen) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1520.htm">Strong's 1520: </a> One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. of these τούτων (toutōn) Demonstrative Pronoun - Genitive Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. little ones μικρῶν (mikrōn) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3398.htm">Strong's 3398: </a> Little, small. Including the comparative mikroteros apparently a primary word; small (figuratively) dignity). should perish. ἀπόληται (apolētai) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Middle - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_622.htm">Strong's 622: </a> From apo and the base of olethros; to destroy fully, literally or figuratively. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/matthew/18-14.htm">Matthew 18:14 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/matthew/18-14.htm">NT Gospels: Matthew 18:14 Even so it is not the will (Matt. 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