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For the Son of Man also came not to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."
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Greatness is Service
Commentators explain that Jesus uses his own mission to correct his disciples' desire for power. He teaches that true greatness isn't about exercising authority over others, but about humble service. The path to rising in God's kingdom is to descend in service, following the ultimate example of the Son of Man.
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See on Mt 20:23-28 for discussion on these memorable verses (39-45) identical in both Matthew and Mark. In particular in verse 45 note the language…
19th Century
Baptist
But Jesus called them to him, and saith unto them, Ye know that they which are accounted to rule over the Gentiles exercise lordship over them;…
The climax to this section (vv.35–45) comes in this verse. Even the Son of Man is not exempt from the rule of humble service in the kingdom. He is …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For even the son of man That is, Christ himself; a name by which he frequently goes both in the Old and New Testamen…
Presbyterian
Christ's perseverance in His undertaking for the salvation of humankind was, is, and will be, the wonder of all His disciples. Worldly honor is a g…
