Matthew 20:26

“But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister;”

"But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister;" - Matthew 20:26
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What does Matthew 20:26 mean?

Matthew 20:26 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister." This verse is part of a larger passage where Jesus is addressing his disciples and discussing the nature of leadership…

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Greatness Redefined: Serving with Purpose

As we delve into the profound truth found in Matthew 20:26 from the King James Version, "But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister," we confront the radical redefinition of greatness that Jesus presents to His disciples…

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A Prayer for True Greatness Through Service

Heavenly Father, As we come before You with gracious hearts, we acknowledge the profound truth found in Matthew 20:26. Your words resonate deeply within us: "But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister." Lord, we recognize…

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Matthew 20:26 - "But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister;"
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"It shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave." - Matthew 20:26-27
"It shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." - Matthew 20:26-28
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