Matthew 24:12 nasb — "Because lawlessness is increased, most people's love will grow cold.

NASB

""Because lawlessness is increased, most people's love will grow cold."

— Matthew 24:12, NASB

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Matthew 24 — Context

9

"Then they will deliver you to tribulation, and will kill you, and you will be hated by all nations because of My name.

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"At that time many will fall away and will betray one another and hate one another.

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"Many false prophets will arise and will mislead many.

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"Because lawlessness is increased, most people's love will grow cold.

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"But the one who endures to the end, he will be saved.

14

"This gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all the nations, and then the end will come.

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"Therefore when you see the ABOMINATION OF DESOLATION which was spoken of through Daniel the prophet, standing in the holy place (let the reader understand),

Matthew 24:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 24:12 say?
Matthew 24:12 in the NASB reads: “"Because lawlessness is increased, most people's love will grow cold.”
Where is Matthew 24:12 in the Bible?
Matthew 24:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 24, verse 12.
Who wrote Matthew?
Matthew is traditionally attributed to Matthew (Levi), tax-collector turned apostle. It was written c. AD 50–70.
What is the book of Matthew about?
Matthew presents Jesus as the long-awaited Jewish Messiah — son of David, son of Abraham, fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Structured around five great teaching blocks including the Sermon on the Mount, it ends with the risen King commissioning his disciples to make disciples of all nations.
What are the major themes of Matthew?
Matthew explores themes including Kingdom of Heaven, Messiah, Fulfillment, Discipleship, Great Commission. These themes shape the meaning and context of Matthew 24:12.
What translation should I read Matthew 24:12 in?
Matthew 24:12 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Matthew 24:12?
Matthew 24:12 reads (NASB): “"Because lawlessness is increased, most people's love will grow cold.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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