Why Did Jesus Offer a Cup Instead of a Throne? | Ep. 40 (Matthew 20:17-34)
Every Word
bible study
October 22, 2025
In this passage two of Jesus’ disciples ask for a throne but instead He offers them a cup. What is this cup that Jesus offers and why is that better than having a throne? Today we’re going to find out what all of this means — and why we all must drink the cup to gain the throne. This is an eye opening episode of Every Word and it starts right now!
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Scripture
MatthewMatthew 20Matthew 20:17Matthew 20:17-34
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