Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Mark 4:11 in English Standard Version "And he said to them, “To you has been given the secret of the kingdom of God, but for those outside everything is in parables," Mt 11:25 At that time Jesus declared, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children; Mt 19:11 But he said to them, “Not everyone can receive this saying, but only those to whom it is given. Ro 16:25 Now to him who is able to strengthen you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery that was kept secret for long ages 1Co 2:6 Yet among the mature we do impart wisdom, although it is not a wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are doomed to pass away. 1Co 5:12 For what have I to do with judging outsiders? Is it not those inside the church whom you are to judge? Col 1:27 To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Col 4:5 Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. 1Th 4:12 so that you may walk properly before outsiders and be dependent on no one. 1Ti 3:7 Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil. 1Jo 2:20 But you have been anointed by the Holy One, and you all have knowledge. 1Jo 2:27 But the anointing that you received from him abides in you, and you have no need that anyone should teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about everything, and is true, and is no lie—just as it has taught you, abide in him.