Matthew 23:11-12

“But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.”

"But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted." - Matthew 23:11-12
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What does Matthew 23:11-12 mean?

Matthew 23:11-12 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted." This passage comes from Jesus' teachings in the New…

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The Paradox of Greatness: Serving in Humility

In a world that often equates greatness with power, influence, and prestige, the words of Jesus in Matthew 23:11-12 pose a radical challenge to our understanding of true greatness. "But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall…

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A Prayer for Humility in Service

O Gracious and Sovereign Lord, Creator of Heaven and Earth, we come before You with hearts desiring purity and souls yearning for Your divine wisdom. We humbly reflect on the words of our Lord Jesus Christ as recorded in Matthew 23:11-12, stating: "But he that is greatest among…

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