Sword of the Spirit

True greatness in God's kingdom comes through suffering, not worldly power or position. The desire for greatness isn't inherently wrong, but it must be pursued God's way, following Christ's example on the cross. • Matthew 20 reveals that great men know how to suffer • Direct correlation between suffering endured and responsibility God entrusts • Jesus asked disciples if they could drink His cup of suffering • The "cup" refers to bearing God's wrath that Jesus would endure on the cross • Foll...