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Matthew 6:5-6

5 Prayer
“And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full.

6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.

Cross References for Matthew 6:5-6

Malachi 1:13 - And you say, ‘What a burden!’ and you sniff at it contemptuously,” says the Lord Almighty. ... Click to read the verse Malachi 1:13 Click to read the verse Malachi 1:13

Daniel 6:10 - Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room w... Click to read the verse Daniel 6:10 Click to read the verse Daniel 6:10

Jeremiah 29:12 - Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Click to read the verse Jeremiah 29:12 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 29:12

Luke 18:12 - I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.’ Click to read the verse Luke 18:12 Click to read the verse Luke 18:12

Galatians 6:12 - Those who want to make a good impression outwardly are trying to compel you to be circumcised. ... Click to read the verse Galatians 6:12 Click to read the verse Galatians 6:12

Luke 16:15 - He said to them, “You are the ones who justify yourselves in the eyes of men, but God knows you... Click to read the verse Luke 16:15 Click to read the verse Luke 16:15

Luke 18:1 - The Parable of the Persistent Widow Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that t... Click to read the verse Luke 18:1 Click to read the verse Luke 18:1

Ephesians 6:18 - And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mi... Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:18 Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:18

Proverbs 15:8 - The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but the prayer of the upright pleases him. Click to read the verse Proverbs 15:8 Click to read the verse Proverbs 15:8

Luke 18:13 - “But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his b... Click to read the verse Luke 18:13 Click to read the verse Luke 18:13

Matthew 21:22 - If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” Click to read the verse Matthew 21:22 Click to read the verse Matthew 21:22

Genesis 48:14 - But Israel reached out his right hand and put it on Ephraim’s head, though he was the younger, ... Click to read the verse Genesis 48:14 Click to read the verse Genesis 48:14

Isaiah 1:15 - When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide my eyes from you; even if you offer many ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 1:15 Click to read the verse Isaiah 1:15

James 4:6 - But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud but gives grace ... Click to read the verse James 4:6 Click to read the verse James 4:6

1 Thessalonians 5:17 - pray continually; Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Zechariah 7:5 - “Ask all the people of the land and the priests, ‘When you fasted and mourned in the fifth and ... Click to read the verse Zechariah 7:5 Click to read the verse Zechariah 7:5

Isaiah 55:6-7 - Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Click to read the verse Isaiah 55:6-7 Click to read the verse Isaiah 55:6-7

Matthew 7:7-8 - “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to ... Click to read the verse Matthew 7:7-8 Click to read the verse Matthew 7:7-8

Matthew 23:13 - “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You shut the kingdom of heaven ... Click to read the verse Matthew 23:13 Click to read the verse Matthew 23:13

John 16:24 - Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy wi... Click to read the verse John 16:24 Click to read the verse John 16:24

Matthew 9:38 - Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” Click to read the verse Matthew 9:38 Click to read the verse Matthew 9:38

Luke 14:12-14 - Then Jesus said to his host, “When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, y... Click to read the verse Luke 14:12-14 Click to read the verse Luke 14:12-14

Hebrews 11:6 - And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 11:6 Click to read the verse Hebrews 11:6

Colossians 3:24 - since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord C... Click to read the verse Colossians 3:24 Click to read the verse Colossians 3:24

Psalms 55:17 - Evening, morning and noon I cry out in distress, and he hears my voice. Click to read the verse Psalms 55:17 Click to read the verse Psalms 55:17

Luke 18:11 - The Pharisee stood up and prayed about himself: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other men—... Click to read the verse Luke 18:11 Click to read the verse Luke 18:11

Matthew 6:16 - Fasting “When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces... Click to read the verse Matthew 6:16 Click to read the verse Matthew 6:16

2 Kings 10:16 - Jehu said, “Come with me and see my zeal for the Lord.” Then he had him ride along in his chariot. Click to read the verse 2 Kings 10:16 Click to read the verse 2 Kings 10:16

Luke 20:47 - They devour widows’ houses and for a show make lengthy prayers. Such men will be punished most ... Click to read the verse Luke 20:47 Click to read the verse Luke 20:47

Matthew 6:2 - “So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the s... Click to read the verse Matthew 6:2 Click to read the verse Matthew 6:2

James 5:15-16 - And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up. If ... Click to read the verse James 5:15-16 Click to read the verse James 5:15-16

Daniel 9:4-19 - I prayed to the Lord my God and confessed: “O Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps his co... Click to read the verse Daniel 9:4-19 Click to read the verse Daniel 9:4-19

Job 27:8-10 - For what hope has the godless when he is cut off, when God takes away his life? Click to read the verse Job 27:8-10 Click to read the verse Job 27:8-10

Psalms 5:2 - Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God, for to you I pray. Click to read the verse Psalms 5:2 Click to read the verse Psalms 5:2

Matthew 18:3 - And he said: “I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will... Click to read the verse Matthew 18:3 Click to read the verse Matthew 18:3

Proverbs 16:5 - The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. Click to read the verse Proverbs 16:5 Click to read the verse Proverbs 16:5

Matthew 21:31 - “Which of the two did what his father wanted?” “The first,” they answered. Jesus said to them, ... Click to read the verse Matthew 21:31 Click to read the verse Matthew 21:31

Mark 11:25 - And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Fath... Click to read the verse Mark 11:25 Click to read the verse Mark 11:25

Mark 14:18 - While they were reclining at the table eating, he said, “I tell you the truth, one of you will ... Click to read the verse Mark 14:18 Click to read the verse Mark 14:18

Luke 11:43 - “Woe to you Pharisees, because you love the most important seats in the synagogues and greeting... Click to read the verse Luke 11:43 Click to read the verse Luke 11:43

Luke 6:24 - “But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your comfort. Click to read the verse Luke 6:24 Click to read the verse Luke 6:24

Matthew 23:6 - they love the place of honor at banquets and the most important seats in the synagogues; Click to read the verse Matthew 23:6 Click to read the verse Matthew 23:6

John 7:4 - No one who wants to become a public figure acts in secret. Since you are doing these things, sh... Click to read the verse John 7:4 Click to read the verse John 7:4

Colossians 4:2-3 - Further Instructions Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Click to read the verse Colossians 4:2-3 Click to read the verse Colossians 4:2-3

Luke 18:10-11 - “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. Click to read the verse Luke 18:10-11 Click to read the verse Luke 18:10-11

Mark 12:38 - As he taught, Jesus said, “Watch out for the teachers of the law. They like to walk around in f... Click to read the verse Mark 12:38 Click to read the verse Mark 12:38