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Graphic-novel illustration of the designed Jesus welcoming a child into the center of a reflective circle of disciples.
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Matthew 18:1-5

The Child Among Them

The Way of Forgiveness · Matthew 18

Story guide: When the disciples ask about greatness, Jesus places a child before them and turns their attention toward humility and welcome.

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1At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?”

2And calling a child to himself, he placed him among them.

3And he said, “Truly I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.”

4Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.

5And whoever receives one such child in my name receives me.

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