Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Matthew 6:32 in English Standard Version "For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all." Mt 6:7 “And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. Mt 6:8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.