Matthew 18:2-4

Who Is the Greatest?

2 Then Jesus called a little b child to Him, set him in the midst of them, 3 and said, "Assuredly, I say to you, c unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. 4 d "Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.

  1. Cross References
    Matthew 19:14
    But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
    Mark 10:14
    But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God.
    Luke 18:14 - 17
    "I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted."
  2. Cross References
    Psalms 131:2
    Surely I have calmed and quieted my soul, Like ...
    Matthew 19:14
    But Jesus said, "Let the little children come t...
    Mark 10:15
    "Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not rece...
    Luke 18:16
    But Jesus called them to Him and said, "Let the...
    1 Corinthians 14:20
    Brethren, do not be children in understanding; ...
    1 Peter 2:2
    As newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the w...
  3. Cross References
    Matthew 20:27
    And whoever desires to be first among you, let him be your slave -
    Matthew 23:11
    But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant.
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