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chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/luke/1.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />For no word from God will ever fail.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/luke/1.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />For the word of God will never fail.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/luke/1.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/luke/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />For no word from God will ever fail.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/luke/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/luke/1.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For with God nothing shall be impossible.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/luke/1.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For with God nothing will be impossible.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/luke/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/luke/1.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220For nothing will be impossible with God.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/luke/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“For nothing will be impossible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/luke/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/luke/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For with God nothing [is or ever] shall be impossible.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/luke/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/luke/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God."&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/luke/1.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For no word from God shall be void of power.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/luke/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Nothing is impossible for God!" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/luke/1.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For no word from God shall be void of power.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/luke/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />But nothing is impossible for God."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/luke/1.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />For there is nothing that God cannot do." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/luke/1.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Nothing is impossible with respect to any of God's promises."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/luke/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For no word from God will ever fail.?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/luke/1.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/luke/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For with God nothing will be impossible."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/luke/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For with God nothing will be impossible.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/luke/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />For no promise from God will be impossible of fulfilment."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/luke/1.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For nothing spoken by God is impossible.” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/luke/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />because nothing will be impossible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/luke/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/luke/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> because nothing shall be impossible with God.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/luke/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For nothing shall be impossible with God.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/luke/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Because no word shall be impossible with God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/luke/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />For no word will be impossible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/luke/1.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />for nothing will be impossible for God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/luke/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />For nothing will be impossible with God.”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/luke/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For nothing is impossible for God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />“Because nothing is difficult for God.”<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/luke/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />for nothing shall be impossible with God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/luke/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />Because no word shall be impossible with God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/luke/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />For there is nothing impossible with God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/luke/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />for nothing is impossible to God."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/luke/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />For no promise from God will be impossible of fulfilment."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/luke/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />because no word from God shall be without power."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/luke/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />for nothing is impossible with God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/luke/1-37.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=310" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/luke/1.htm">Gabriel Foretells Jesus' Birth</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">36</span>Look, even Elizabeth your relative has conceived a son in her old age, and she who was called barren is in her sixth month. <span class="reftext">37</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">For</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.">no</a> <a href="/greek/4487.htm" title="4487: rhēma (N-NNS) -- From rheo; an utterance,; by implication, a matter or topic; with a negative naught whatever.">word</a> <a href="/greek/3844.htm" title="3844: para (Prep) -- Gen: from; dat: beside, in the presence of; acc: alongside of. ">from</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/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pan (Adj-NNS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">will ever</a> <a href="/greek/101.htm" title="101: adynatēsei (V-FIA-3S) -- To be impossible; I am unable. From adunatos; to be unable, i.e. impossible.">fail.”</a> </span> <span class="reftext">38</span>“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May it happen to me according to your word.” Then the angel left her.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/18-14.htm">Genesis 18:14</a></span><br />Is anything too difficult for the LORD? At the appointed time I will return to you—in about a year—and Sarah will have a son.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/32-17.htm">Jeremiah 32:17</a></span><br />“Oh, Lord GOD! You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too difficult for You!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/19-26.htm">Matthew 19:26</a></span><br />Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/42-2.htm">Job 42:2</a></span><br />“I know that You can do all things and that no plan of Yours can be thwarted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/10-27.htm">Mark 10:27</a></span><br />Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/4-21.htm">Romans 4:21</a></span><br />being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a></span><br />I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/3-20.htm">Ephesians 3:20</a></span><br />Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/46-10.htm">Isaiah 46:10</a></span><br />I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/11-23.htm">Numbers 11:23</a></span><br />The LORD answered Moses, “Is the LORD’s arm too short? Now you will see whether or not My word will come to pass.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zechariah/8-6.htm">Zechariah 8:6</a></span><br />This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “If this is impossible in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be impossible in My eyes?” declares the LORD of Hosts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/7-1.htm">2 Kings 7:1-2</a></span><br />Then Elisha said, “Hear the word of the LORD! This is what the LORD says: ‘About this time tomorrow at the gate of Samaria, a seah of fine flour will sell for a shekel, and two seahs of barley will sell for a shekel.’” / But the officer on whose arm the king leaned answered the man of God, “Look, even if the LORD were to make windows in heaven, could this really happen?” “You will see it with your own eyes,” replied Elisha, “but you will not eat any of it.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/115-3.htm">Psalm 115:3</a></span><br />Our God is in heaven; He does as He pleases.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/4-35.htm">Daniel 4:35</a></span><br />All the peoples of the earth are counted as nothing, and He does as He pleases with the army of heaven and the peoples of the earth. There is no one who can restrain His hand or say to Him, ‘What have You done?’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/14-6.htm">1 Samuel 14:6</a></span><br />Jonathan said to the young man bearing his armor, “Come, let us cross over to the outpost of these uncircumcised men. Perhaps the LORD will work on our behalf. Nothing can hinder the LORD from saving, whether by many or by few.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For with God nothing shall be impossible.</p><p class="hdg">with.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/18-27.htm">Luke 18:27</a></b></br> And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/18-14.htm">Genesis 18:14</a></b></br> Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/11-23.htm">Numbers 11:23</a></b></br> And the LORD said unto Moses, Is the LORD'S hand waxed short? thou shalt see now whether my word shall come to pass unto thee or not.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/1-22.htm">Able</a> <a href="/matthew/13-35.htm">Fulfilment</a> <a href="/mark/10-27.htm">Impossible</a> <a href="/mark/14-36.htm">Possible</a> <a href="/luke/1-35.htm">Power</a> <a href="/haggai/2-5.htm">Promise</a> <a href="/mark/7-18.htm">Void</a> <a href="/luke/1-29.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/3-8.htm">Able</a> <a href="/luke/1-45.htm">Fulfilment</a> <a href="/luke/14-20.htm">Impossible</a> <a href="/luke/6-39.htm">Possible</a> <a href="/luke/1-51.htm">Power</a> <a href="/luke/24-49.htm">Promise</a> <a href="/luke/16-17.htm">Void</a> <a href="/luke/1-38.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 1</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/1-1.htm">The preface of Luke to his whole gospel.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/1-5.htm">The conception of John the Baptist;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">26. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/1-26.htm">and of Jesus.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">39. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/1-39.htm">The prophecy of Elisabeth and of Mary, concerning Jesus.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">57. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/1-57.htm">The nativity and circumcision of John.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">67. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/1-67.htm">The prophecy of Zachariah, both of Jesus,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">76. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/1-76.htm">and of John.</a></span><br></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><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <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> <br /><br /> </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/luke/1.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/luke/1.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>For no word from God</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the absolute reliability and authority of God's word. In the biblical context, God's word is often equated with His promises and decrees, which are unfailing and eternal. This assurance is rooted in the character of God, who is unchanging and faithful. The phrase echoes the Old Testament, where God's word is depicted as powerful and effective, such as in <a href="/isaiah/55-11.htm">Isaiah 55:11</a>, which states that God's word will not return void but will accomplish what He desires. The phrase also connects to the creation narrative in Genesis, where God's spoken word brings the universe into existence, highlighting the creative and sustaining power of His word.<p><b>will ever fail.</b><br>This part of the verse underscores the certainty and infallibility of God's promises. Historically, the context of this statement is the angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary about the miraculous birth of Jesus, affirming that what seems impossible to humans is possible with God. The cultural context of the time was one of expectation and longing for the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel, particularly the coming of the Messiah. This assurance is a reminder of God's sovereignty and His ability to fulfill His purposes despite human limitations. Theologically, it points to the faithfulness of God throughout the biblical narrative, from the promises made to Abraham to the fulfillment in Christ, and it encourages believers to trust in God's promises for the future.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/gabriel.htm">Gabriel</a></b><br>- The angel who delivers God's message to Mary, announcing the miraculous birth of Jesus. Gabriel is a messenger of God, often associated with delivering important divine revelations.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/m/mary.htm">Mary</a></b><br>- A young virgin in Nazareth, chosen by God to be the mother of Jesus. Her faith and obedience are central to the account of Jesus' birth.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/elizabeth.htm">Elizabeth</a></b><br>- Mary's relative, who miraculously conceives John the Baptist in her old age. Her pregnancy is a sign of God's power and faithfulness.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/n/nazareth.htm">Nazareth</a></b><br>- The town in Galilee where Mary lives. It is a humble and seemingly insignificant place, highlighting God's ability to work through the unexpected.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_annunciation.htm">The Annunciation</a></b><br>- The event where Gabriel announces to Mary that she will conceive Jesus by the Holy Spirit. This marks the beginning of the fulfillment of God's promise of a Savior.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_omnipotence.htm">God's Omnipotence</a></b><br>God's power is limitless, and His promises are always fulfilled. Believers can trust in His ability to accomplish what seems impossible.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_god's_promises.htm">Faith in God's Promises</a></b><br>Like Mary, we are called to have faith in God's word, even when circumstances seem insurmountable. Our faith should rest in His unchanging nature.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_timing_and_plan.htm">God's Timing and Plan</a></b><br>God's plans often unfold in ways that defy human understanding. Trusting in His timing is crucial, as His ways are higher than ours.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/encouragement_in_trials.htm">Encouragement in Trials</a></b><br>In times of doubt or difficulty, remember that God's word never fails. This assurance can provide comfort and strength to persevere.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_obedience.htm">The Role of Obedience</a></b><br>Mary's response to God's message was one of obedience and submission. We are encouraged to respond similarly to God's calling in our lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 1</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_god_create_a_rock_he_can't_lift.htm">If God is all-powerful, can He create a rock so heavy He can’t lift it?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_god_create_an_unliftable_rock.htm">Can God create an unliftable rock?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/must_christians_believe_in_miracles.htm">Must Christians believe in miracles?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'nothing_is_impossible_with_god'_mean.htm">What does "Nothing Will Be Impossible with God" mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/luke/1-37.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">For</span><br /><span class="grk">ὅτι</span> <span class="translit">(hoti)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> </span><span class="str2">Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">nothing</span><br /><span class="grk">ῥῆμα</span> <span class="translit">(rhēma)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4487.htm">Strong's 4487: </a> </span><span class="str2">From rheo; an utterance, ; by implication, a matter or topic; with a negative naught whatever.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will be impossible</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀδυνατήσει</span> <span class="translit">(adynatēsei)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_101.htm">Strong's 101: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be impossible; I am unable. From adunatos; to be unable, i.e. impossible.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with</span><br /><span class="grk">παρὰ</span> <span class="translit">(para)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3844.htm">Strong's 3844: </a> </span><span class="str2">Gen: from; dat: beside, in the presence of; acc: alongside of. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">God.”</span><br /><span class="grk">Θεοῦ</span> <span class="translit">(Theou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> </span><span class="str2">A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/luke/1-37.htm">Luke 1:37 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/luke/1-37.htm">NT Gospels: Luke 1:37 For everything spoken by God is possible (Luke Lu Lk) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/luke/1-36.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Luke 1:36"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Luke 1:36" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/luke/1-38.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Luke 1:38"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Luke 1:38" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>