"Authority should always be about power, control, and making others follow without question." 

But Jesus flips this idea on its head in the Gospel of Matthew 20:26: "But whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant." This verse means that if you want to be truly important or great, you should help and serve others instead of just thinking about yourself. Jesus teaches that being kind and putting others first is what makes someone great in God's eyes.
 
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"Holy Contradictions: ❤️ Love, 😡 Hate, ✝️ Faith, and 🙏 Forgiveness in the Bible" is a compelling podcast series featuring the voice of Samuel Hollingsworth. Each 1-minute episode delves into the divine dualities within scripture, challenging listeners to rethink their understanding of love, hate, faith, and forgiveness through provocative theses and ironic twists. Every quote comes with a little sidekick explanation that even ten-year-olds can get.

The series also touches on other significant biblical topics such as wisdom, justice, humility, hope, obedience, salvation, courage, community, repentance, and peace. With vivid imagery and thought-provoking content, "Holy Contradictions" offers a unique and enriching exploration of how these divine contradictions shape our faith and everyday lives.

We get it – some folks see irony as the devil's plaything. But think of quoting common prejudices as just a sneaky way to spark interest in God's Word. After all, even the smallest of sins can sometimes serve a higher purpose. Remember Joseph's story in Genesis 50:20: "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." Let's keep the curiosity alive, explore the deeper meanings together, and approach each other with tolerance and indulgence. 🌟📖 Let's foster understanding and grow in faith as a community!