To be great in God's kingdom is to realize that we are not great. We are not worthy of forgiveness or consideration or position.

Jesus saw the realities of future retribution, and deliberately declares that death is a less evil than such an act. The 'little ones' are sacred because they ...

Jesus teaches a radical reversal of worldly values: true greatness is found in serving others, not in seeking status.

God may give a man a gift of music or of song, but unless he maintains contact with God, he may become a mere professional, who uses the gift only for gain, ...

Mark 9:34 But they held their peace Fearing a reprimand, for their vanity and affectation of worldly grandeur: for by the way they had disputed among ...

It serves as a poignant reminder of our tendency towards pride and self-centeredness, and it challenges us to cultivate a spirit of humility and servanthood.

Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, "If anyone wants to be first, he must be the very last, and the servant of all."

Mark 9:34. But they held their peace. Fearing a reprimand, for their vanity and affectation of worldly grandeur: for by the way they had disputed among ...

20 июн. 2024 г. · Jesus personified excellence. The Lord redefined what a disciple's life of excellence must be — self-sacrificing service to others ...