Mark 10:41

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And when the ten heard it, they began to be much displeased with James and John.

Then they came to Capernaum. When He was in the house, He asked them, “What were you arguing about on the way?”

Arrogance leads to nothing but strife,
but wisdom is gained by those who take advice.

When the 10 disciples heard this, they became indignant with the two brothers.

Then a dispute also arose among them about who should be considered the greatest.

Show family affection to one another with brotherly love. Outdo one another in showing honor.

Do nothing out of rivalry or conceit, but in humility consider others as more important than yourselves.

Or do you think it’s without reason the Scripture says that the Spirit who lives in us yearns jealously?

Then a dispute also arose among them about who should be considered the greatest.