But it shall not be so among you. Rather, whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your servant; whoever wishes to be first among you shall be your slave. Matthew 20:26-27 NABRE Jesus is asked a question about roles and authority in His Kingdom. Jesus answers the specific…
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Rather, he emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, coming in human likeness; and found human in appearance, Philippians 2:7 NABRE Paul writing to the community at Philippi is said to be quoting a hymn that has become known as the “Christ Hymn.” A hymn that existed which Paul…
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Jesus then said to those Jews who believed in him, “If you remain in my word, you will truly be my disciples and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32 NABRE Jesus is inviting new believers, those without much depth of experience to…
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Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord and not for others, knowing that you will receive from the Lord the due payment of the inheritance; be slaves of the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23-24 NABRE Paul is writing to the community at Colossae as he heard of…
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Just so, the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as ransom for many. Matthew 20:28 NABRE Jesus entire mission is to serve others rather than to be served by them. He lives His life for the benefit of other…
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