Matthew 6:32 net — For the unconverted pursue these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.

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"For the unconverted pursue these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them."

— Matthew 6:32, NET Bible

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Matthew 6 — Context

29

Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was clothed like one of these!

30

And if this is how God clothes the wild grass, which is here today and tomorrow is tossed into the fire to heat the oven, won’t he clothe you even more, you people of little faith?

31

So then, don’t worry saying,‘What will we eat?’ or‘What will we drink?’ or‘What will we wear?’

32

For the unconverted pursue these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.

33

But above all pursue his kingdom and righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

34

So then, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.

Matthew 6:32 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 6:32 say?
Matthew 6:32 in the NET Bible reads: “For the unconverted pursue these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.”
Where is Matthew 6:32 in the Bible?
Matthew 6:32 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 6, verse 32.
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 6:32.
What translation should I read Matthew 6:32 in?
Matthew 6:32 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 6:32?
Matthew 6:32 reads (NET): “For the unconverted pursue these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.” 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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