Woe unto the world because of offences! for it must needs be that offences come; but woe to that man by whom the offence cometh!
This world is going to be rough because hurtful things are bound to happen, that's just reality. But seriously, you don't want to be the person causing the damage.
Bad things will happen, but don't be the one making them happen.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of Matthew 18, Jesus is speaking to his disciples during his ministry in first-century Galilee, addressing issues of community and moral responsibility within the early church. This verse reflects a Jewish cultural setting where religious leaders often created barriers to faith, and Jesus warns about the inevitable presence of temptations or sins that could cause others to stumble. It emphasizes personal accountability in a time when societal and spiritual offenses were common.
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