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. While Jesus was at home, he asked the disciples, "What were you arguing about on the road?"

Arrogance only brings quarreling, but those receiving advice are wise.

When the ten heard this, they became furious with the two brothers.

Now an argument sprang up among them as to which one of them was to be regarded as the greatest.

Be devoted to each other with mutual affection. Excel at showing respect for each other.

Do not act out of selfish ambition or conceit, but with humility think of others as being better than yourselves.

Or do you think the Scripture means nothing when it says that the Spirit that God caused to live in us jealously yearns for us?

Now an argument sprang up among them as to which one of them was to be regarded as the greatest.