Matthew 20:25-28
Summary for Matt 20:25-28: 20:25-28 a The desire for power is characteristic of pagan rulers in this world. It ought not to be a trait of those who follow the Son of Man (18:1-5 b; 19:13-15 c; 23:1-12 d).20:27 e The word slave is a common metaphor for the submissive relationship of a disciple to his master (8:9 f; 10:24-25 g; 24:45-51 h; 25:14-30 i). Jesus’ disciples serve others, following Jesus’ example (e.g., John 13:1-17 j).
20:28 k This expression, the Son of Man came, suggests Jesus’ preexistence (see Dan 7:13-14 l).
• Jesus was describing his voluntary offering of himself as a ransom for many, to pay the debt all people owe (see Matt 26:26-29 m; Isa 53:10-12 n; Rom 3:24 o), thereby buying them out of slavery (see Gal 5:1 p).
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