Mat 20:20 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Matt 20:20-28: 20:20-28 Each prediction of Jesus’ suffering in Matthew is connected to instruction on the nature of discipleship in light of that suffering (see 16:24-28 ; 17:24–18:5 ). This teaching called the Messiah’s disciples to follow his example of service and sacrifice. Summary for Matt 20:20-21: 20:20-21 This mother’s question appears to have been inspired by her sons, since Jesus responded to the sons rather than to the mother (cp. Mark 10:35-37 ).

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eMark 10:35-37►

‏ Matthew 20:20

Summary for Matt 20:20-28: 20:20-28 ^a Each prediction of Jesus’ suffering in Matthew is connected to instruction on the nature of discipleship in light of that suffering (see 16:24-28 ^b; 17:24–18:5 ^c). This teaching called the Messiah’s disciples to follow his example of service and sacrifice.
Summary for Matt 20:20-21: 20:20-21 ^d This mother’s question appears to have been inspired by her sons, since Jesus responded to the sons rather than to the mother (cp. Mark 10:35-37 ^e).