Mat 20:27 | TNotes | STEP | 20:27 The word slave is a common metaphor for the submissive relationship of a disciple to his master (8:9 ; 10:24-25 ; 24:45-51 ; 25:14-30 ). Jesus’ disciples serve others, following Jesus’ example (e.g., John 13:1-17 ).

c10:24-25►

d24:45-51►

e25:14-30►

fJohn 13:1-17►

‏ Matthew 20:27

20:27 ^a The word slave is a common metaphor for the submissive relationship of a disciple to his master (8:9 ^b; 10:24-25 ^c; 24:45-51 ^d; 25:14-30 ^e). Jesus’ disciples serve others, following Jesus’ example (e.g., John 13:1-17 ^f).