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Confessing Christ
8I tell you, everyone who confesses Me before men, the Son of Man will also confess him before the angels of God.9ButwhoeverdeniesMebeforemenwill be deniedbeforetheangelsof God.10And everyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven.…

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But he that denies me before men shall be denied before the angels of God.

he.

Luke 9:26
For whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he shall come in his own glory, andin his Father's, and of the holy angels.

Matthew 10:33
But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven.

Mark 8:38
Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.

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Luke 13:26,27
Then shall ye begin to say, We have eaten and drunk in thy presence, and thou hast taught in our streets…

Matthew 7:23
And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.

Matthew 25:12,31,41
But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not…

AngelsDeniedDeniesDeniethDisownedDisownsMessengersPresenceAngelsDeniedDeniesDeniethDisownedDisownsMessengersPresence1.Jesus preaches to his apostles to avoid hypocrisy
13.and warns against covetousness, by the parable of the man who set up greater barns.
22.We must not worry about earthly things,
31.but seek the kingdom of God;
33.give alms;
35.be ready at a knock to open to our Lord whensoever he comes.
41.Jesus' disciples are to see to their charges,
49.and look for persecution.
54.The people must take this time of grace;
57.because it is a fearful thing to die without reconciliation.

But whoever denies Me before men
This phrase emphasizes the importance of acknowledging Jesus publicly. In the cultural context of the first century, public confession of faith was crucial, as Christianity was often met with hostility. Denying Christ could be seen as a rejection of His lordship and a failure to stand firm in faith. This echoes the warning inMatthew 10:33 and is a call to courage and steadfastness, even in the face of persecution. The early church faced significant trials, and this statement would have been a sobering reminder of the cost of discipleship.

will be denied before the angels of God.
This part of the verse highlights the eternal consequences of denying Christ. The mention of "angels of God" underscores the heavenly realm's involvement in the acknowledgment or denial of Jesus. It suggests a divine courtroom where one's allegiance to Christ is a matter of eternal record. This aligns with the eschatological themes found in Revelation, where the faithful are rewarded, and the unfaithful face judgment. The imagery of angels also connects to the broader biblical narrative, where angels serve as messengers and witnesses to God's actions and judgments, reinforcing the seriousness of the decision to confess or deny Christ.

1.Jesus Christ
The speaker of this verse, Jesus is addressing His disciples and the crowd, teaching them about the importance of acknowledging Him publicly.

2.Disciples
The primary audience of Jesus' teachings in this chapter, they are being prepared for the challenges of proclaiming the Gospel.

3.Angels of God
Spiritual beings who serve God and are witnesses to the actions and confessions of humans.

4.The Crowd
A larger group of people present during Jesus' teaching, representing the broader audience who would hear and respond to His message.

5.Public Confession
The act of acknowledging one's faith in Jesus openly, which is central to the message of this verse.The Importance of Public Confession
Acknowledging Jesus before others is a vital aspect of Christian faith and witness. It demonstrates allegiance and commitment to Christ.

The Consequences of Denial
Denying Jesus has eternal implications, as it affects one's standing before God and His angels. This serves as a sobering reminder of the seriousness of our confession.

Courage in Witnessing
Believers are called to be bold and courageous in their faith, even in the face of opposition or persecution. The Holy Spirit empowers us to stand firm.

Eternal Perspective
Our actions and confessions on earth have eternal significance. Keeping an eternal perspective helps us prioritize our relationship with Christ over worldly concerns.

Role of Angels
Angels are witnesses to our faith and actions, reminding us of the spiritual reality that surrounds our earthly lives.1.What is the meaning of Luke 12:9?

2.How can we avoid denying Jesus before others in our daily lives?

3.What does Luke 12:9 teach about the consequences of denying Christ?

4.How does Luke 12:9 connect with Matthew 10:33 on acknowledging Jesus?

5.In what ways can we boldly confess Christ in challenging situations?

6.How does denying Jesus affect our relationship with God according to Luke 12:9?

7.What does Luke 12:9 imply about the consequences of denying Jesus before others?

8.How does Luke 12:9 align with the concept of eternal salvation?

9.What historical context influenced the message of Luke 12:9?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 12?

11.What defines the Insider Movement concept?

12.Can we unknowingly entertain angels?

13.What are the key teachings and events in Luke?

14.If the Bible is historically accurate, why do different biblical books contradict each other in details such as the number of angels at Jesus' tomb?But whoever

• “But” links this warning to the promise in the previous verse that confessing Christ leads to His confession of us (Luke 12:8).

• “Whoever” widens the scope to every individual. No one is exempt—rich or poor, leader or follower (John 3:16;Acts 10:34-35).

• The verse speaks to personal responsibility. Each listener must decide how to respond to Jesus now, because He will respond to us later (Hebrews 9:27).

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denies Me

• Denial is more than an occasional stumble; it is a settled choice to reject or disown Jesus—whether by words, actions, or persistent silence (Matthew 10:33;Titus 1:16).

• Peter’s temporary failure (Luke 22:57-60) shows that repentance restores; the danger here is deliberate, continued refusal (2 Timothy 2:12;Hebrews 6:6).

• “Me” centers everything on Christ’s identity as Lord and Savior (John 14:6). It is not enough to affirm vague spirituality; the issue is allegiance to the person of Jesus.

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before men

• The context is public life. Faith that stays hidden is not the faith Jesus calls for (Romans 10:9-10).

• Pressure may come from family, culture, or authorities (Acts 5:28-29). The verse urges courage to acknowledge Him wherever He places us.

• Jesus warned that those ashamed of Him “in this adulterous and sinful generation” will face His shame later (Mark 8:38). Present boldness prevents future regret.

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will be denied

• The consequence matches the choice: denial for denial. This is just, not arbitrary (Galatians 6:7-8).

• It pictures the final, irreversible verdict. Where confession brings welcome—“I will confess his name before My Father” (Revelation 3:5)—denial brings exclusion (Matthew 7:23).

• Eternity, not earthly status, is in view. No earthly gain can compensate for Christ turning someone away (Luke 16:19-26).

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before the angels of God

• The setting shifts to the heavenly court. Angels serve as witnesses to God’s righteous judgments (Daniel 7:10;Matthew 25:31).

• Public denial on earth leads to public denial in heaven. The gathered angels hear the verdict, emphasizing its solemnity and permanence (Luke 9:26).

• Believers can take comfort: loyal confession now will be celebrated in that same assembly (Hebrews 12:22-24).

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summary

Luke 12:9 speaks plainly: every person must choose either open allegiance to Jesus or deliberate denial. Acknowledging Him publicly shows genuine faith, secures His approval, and guarantees eternal acceptance in heaven’s courtroom. Persistent denial of Him—whether by words, deeds, or silent compromise—will bring His own denial before the angels of God, sealing a tragic, everlasting loss. Today is the time to stand with Christ, trusting that faithful confession will echo joyfully in eternity.

Verse 9. -But he that denieth me before men shall be denied before the angels ofGod. Splendid as would the recompense be to the faithful and the loyal, equally shameful would be the guerdon meted out to the cowardly and faint-hearted. Before the same glorious throng would the King detail the failure, through slavish fear, of those whom he had chosen for so royal a service. Such an announcement as this proclamation of glory and of shame before the holy angels, in which stupendous scenehe, the poor Galilaean Rabbi, was to play the part of the Almighty Judge, could only have been made in the last weeks preceding his Passion. All reticence was then laid aside. Before friend and foe, in public and in private, in these last solemn weeks Jesus tore away the veil of reticence with which he had been pleased hitherto in great mea- sure to shroud his lofty claims, and the Master now declared before all that he was the King of kings, the Lord alike of angels and ofmen. In the face of such an announcement, his prosecution by the priests and the Pharisee party for blasphemy naturally follows. He was either a daring impostor or . In the latter ease, to the poor Galilee Rabbi belonged theName of names which no Jew dared to pronounce.

Parallel Commentaries ...


But
δὲ(de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161:A primary particle; but, and, etc.

whoever
ὁ(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

denies
ἀρνησάμενός(arnēsamenos)
Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 720:Perhaps from a and the middle voice of rheo; to contradict, i.e. Disavow, reject, abnegate.

Me
με(me)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473:I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

before
ἐνώπιον(enōpion)
Preposition
Strong's 1799:Neuter of a compound of en and a derivative of optanomai; in the face of.

men
ἀνθρώπων(anthrōpōn)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 444:A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.

will be denied
ἀπαρνηθήσεται(aparnēthēsetai)
Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 533:From apo and arneomai; to deny utterly, i.e. Disown, abstain.

before
ἐνώπιον(enōpion)
Preposition
Strong's 1799:Neuter of a compound of en and a derivative of optanomai; in the face of.

the
τῶν(tōn)
Article - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

angels
ἀγγέλων(angelōn)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 32:From aggello; a messenger; especially an 'angel'; by implication, a pastor.

of God.
Θεοῦ(Theou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316:A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.


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