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Greatness is Redefined as Service
Commentators unanimously agree that Jesus establishes a core principle of his kingdom: true greatness is found in service. Scholars like Charles Spurgeon call this a fundamental "law of His kingdom." Unlike the world, which values power and titles, Christ's followers are to achieve honor by humbly serving others, using their gifts for the benefit of the community.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 23:11–12
18th Century
Theologian
He that shall humble himself, etc. God will exalt or honour him who is humble, and who seeks a lowly place among men. That is true religio…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 23:11–12
19th Century
Preacher
This is nearly the same lesson that is recorded in chapter 20, verse 27. Our Lord had to repeat many times this law of His kingdom: He that is …
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 23:11
The substance of v.11 is in 20:26: Matthew often repeats Jesus’ statements on humility. For instances of exalting oneself, see comments on 20:20–28…
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John Calvin
On Matthew 23:11
16th Century
Theologian
He who is greatest among you. By this conclusion, he shows that he did not, in the manner of the sophists, dispute about words but, on the…
John Gill
On Matthew 23:11
17th Century
Pastor
But he that is greatest among you
Either who really is so, having more grace, and greater gifts bestowed upon him, t…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 23:1–12
17th Century
Minister
The scribes and Pharisees explained the law of Moses, and enforced obedience to it. They are charged with hypocrisy in religion. We can only judge …
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 23:1–12
13th Century
Philosopher
Here, it was shown how the Pharisees and the Scribes were provoked by Christ’s glory, and also by His wisdom, by which He had crushed them; now, ho…