The world's idea of greatness is to rule, but Christian greatness cons…

J. C. Ryle
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The world's idea of greatness is to rule, but Christian greatness consists in serving. ✨ J.C. Ryle (2015). Bible Commentary - The Gospel of Mark, p.124, Editora Dracaena
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