Mark 6:4

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Mark 6:4

4Then Jesus said to them, “Only in his hometown, among his relatives, and in his own household is a prophet without honor.”
— Mark 6:4

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Article by Skye Noe

In his own house a prophet is without honor. "Only in his home town, among his relatives and in his own house is a prophet without honor." Mark 6:4

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