World English Bible

Matthew 19:25

“When the disciples heard it, they were exceedingly astonished, saying, "Who then can be saved?”

Verse in context — Matthew 19

Jesus said to his disciples, "Most certainly I say to you, a rich man will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven with difficulty.

Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through a needle's eye, than for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of God.

When the disciples heard it, they were exceedingly astonished, saying, "Who then can be saved?

Looking at them, Jesus said, "With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.

Then Peter answered, "Behold, we have left everything, and followed you. What then will we have?

Jesus as the promised Messiah, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy.