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Matthew 18:4 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Matthew 18:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 18 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 18:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 18:4
Jesus' statement 'Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven' answers the disciples' question about kingdom greatness (v. 1). True greatness requires childlike humility—recognizing total dependence on God. 'Humble himself' is active, not passive—choosing to renounce status-seeking and self-promotion. The paradox: greatness comes through humility, not self-assertion. Children's lowly status, teachability, and dependence model kingdom values.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 18:4
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“and he will exalt you.”
“and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.,For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.,,,,,,,,”
“but whoever wants to become great among you shall be your servant.”
“Whoever receives this little child in my name receives me. Whoever receives me receives him who sent me. For whoever is least among you all, this one will be great.”
“But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.”
“but whoever desires to become great among you shall be{TR reads let him be instead of shall be} your servant.”
“you younger ones”
“saying”
“my heart isn't haughty”
“whose name is Holy: I dwell in the high and holy place”