Luke 18:14-15

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Luke 18:14-15

14I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”
15Now people were even bringing their babies to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them. And when the disciples saw this, they rebuked those who brought them.
— Luke 18:14-15

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