What does Matthew 19:26 mean?
“Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.””
Quick answer
‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible’—salvation, and much else, depends on God’s power, not ours.
What it means
The disciples wonder who can be saved; Jesus answers that no one can save themselves, but God can do what people cannot.
While often quoted broadly, its first meaning is that God accomplishes the impossible work of saving sinners.
Common questions
Does Matthew 19:26 mean I can do anything?
Its focus is salvation—impossible for us, possible for God. More widely, it assures us nothing is beyond God’s power and will.
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Original BibleDawn explanation · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.