Luke 18:21
“And he said, All these have I kept from my youth up.”

What does Luke 18:21 mean?
The Bible verse Luke 18:21 in the King James Version states, "And he said, All these have I kept from my youth up." This verse is a part of the larger narrative of the rich young ruler who approaches Jesus and asks him what he must do to inherit eternal life. This story is found…
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The young ruler’s declaration in Luke 18:21, "And he said, All these have I kept from my youth up," presents a pivotal moment in our understanding of faithfulness and the journey of spiritual maturity. Within this single verse lies a profound testament to the adherence to the…
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Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, I come before You with a heart full of reflection and a spirit yearning for deeper understanding. I am reminded of the poignant words from Luke 18:21, where the rich young ruler declared, "All these have I kept from my youth up."…
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