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Matthew 20:26

King James Version (KJV)

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Matthew 20:26

Verse 26 of 34

Scripture focus

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

Matthew 20:26 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Matthew 20:26

Theological / Devotional

Not be so. On earth, men in positions of authority tend to “lord it over” those under them. But among the citizens of the heavenly kingdom, power, position, talent, and education are to be devoted exclusively to serving others, and may never be used as levers to lord it over others.

Will be great. See on Mark 9:35. He who is greatest will serve others most unselfishly. Apparently, the approval of Jesus rests upon the desire to “be great” in terms of serving instead of dominating.

Minister. Gr. diakonos, “waiter,” “servant,” or “deacon” (see on Mark 9:35).

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