At that time the disciples came to ask Jesus, “Who is considered to be the greatest in heaven’s kingdom realm?”
Be free from pride-filled opinions, for they will only harm your cherished unity. Don’t allow self-promotion to hide in your hearts, but in authentic humility put others first and view others as more important than yourselves.
The greatest among you will be the one who always serves others.
Be devoted to tenderly loving your fellow believers as members of one family. Try to outdo yourselves in respect and honor of one another.
“Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter into heaven’s kingdom. It is only those who persist in doing the will of my heavenly Father.
“Heaven’s kingdom is about to appear—so you’d better keep turning away from evil and turn back to God!”
Jesus called a little one to his side and said to them,