Matthew 23:12
“And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.”

What does Matthew 23:12 mean?
The Bible verse Matthew 23:12 (KJV) states, "And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted." At first glance, this verse may appear to be a simple statement about the consequences of pride and humility. However, when we…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Divine Paradox of Humility and Exaltation
In the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 23, verse 12, we encounter a profound truth articulated by Jesus Himself: "And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted." This statement encapsulates a divine paradox that upends the…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for True Humility and Divine Exaltation
Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of the profound truth captured in Matthew 23:12, where You declare, "And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted." Lord, I pause in Your presence, allowing these…
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