Very truly, I tell you, slaves are not greater than their master, nor are messengers greater than the one who sent them.
A disciple is not above the teacher, but every disciple who is fully qualified will be like the teacher.
Remember the word that I said to you, ‘Slaves are not greater than their master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you; if they kept my word, they will keep yours also.
Jesus answered him, “Very truly, I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God without being born from above.”
Jesus answered, “Very truly, I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and Spirit.
As for Titus, he is my partner and coworker in your service; as for our brothers, they are messengers of the churches, the glory of Christ.
Still, I think it necessary to send to you Epaphroditus—my brother and coworker and fellow soldier, your messenger and minister to my need,