Luke 9:47

⁴⁷But Jesus, knowing the thoughts of their hearts, had a little child stand beside Him.

— Luke 9:47

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Illustration of Luke 9:47-48 NLT

Illustration of Luke 9:47-48 NLT -- But Jesus knew [the disciples'] thoughts [when they were arguing about who was the greatest], so he brought a little child to his side. Then he said to them, "Anyone who welcomes a little child like this on my behalf welcomes me, and anyone who welcomes me also welcomes my Father who sent me. Whoever is the least among you is the greatest."

Cross References for Luke 9:47

• John 16:30
• Psalm 139:23
• Jeremiah 17:10
• Matthew 19:13-15
• Luke 5:22
• Hebrews 4:13
• Matthew 9:4
• Psalm 139:2
• Revelation 2:23
• John 21:17

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