Matthew 18:4

American King James Version (1999)

Whoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.

Cross References

Isaiah 57:15

For thus said the high and lofty One that inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.

Matthew 18:1

At the same time came the disciples to Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?

Matthew 18:3

And said, Truly I say to you, Except you be converted, and become as little children, you shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 18:5

And whoever shall receive one such little child in my name receives me.

Mark 10:43

But so shall it not be among you: but whoever will be great among you, shall be your minister:

Mark 9:34

But they held their peace: for by the way they had disputed among themselves, who should be the greatest.

Luke 14:11

For whoever exalts himself shall be abased; and he that humbles himself shall be exalted.

Luke 9:48

And said to them, Whoever shall receive this child in my name receives me: and whoever shall receive me receives him that sent me: for he that is least among you all, the same shall be great.

James 4:10

Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

1 Peter 5:5

Likewise, you younger, submit yourselves to the elder. Yes, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resists the proud, and gives grace to the humble.