Matthew 20:17
“And Jesus going up to Jerusalem took the twelve disciples apart in the way, and said unto them,”

What does Matthew 20:17 mean?
Matthew 20:17 (KJV) reads, "And Jesus going up to Jerusalem took the twelve disciples apart in the way, and said unto them." This verse marks a significant turning point in the Gospel of Matthew, as it signifies Jesus' journey to Jerusalem. This journey is a pivotal moment in…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Journey to Jerusalem: A Lesson in Sacrifice and Service
As we meditate on Matthew 20:17, where Jesus ascends to Jerusalem and takes His disciples aside to impart a crucial lesson, we uncover layers of meaning within this seemingly straightforward narrative. The verse states, "And Jesus going up to Jerusalem took the twelve disciples…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Understanding and Commitment
O Lord God, Almighty Creator of Heaven and Earth, we come before You in humble reverence, acknowledging Your sovereignty and grace. As we reflect on the profound moment described in Matthew 20:17, where our Lord Jesus journeyed toward Jerusalem and took His disciples aside, we…
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