^{24 Ref} There arose also a contention among them, which of them was considered to be greatest.

^{25 Ref} He said to them, "The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those who have authority over them are called 'benefactors.'

^{26 Ref} But not so with you. But one who is the greater among you, let him become as the younger, and one who is governing, as one who serves.

^{27 Ref} For who is greater, one who sits at the table, or one who serves? Isn't it he who sits at the table? But I am in the midst of you as one who serves.

^{28 Ref} But you are those who have continued with me in my trials.

^{29 Ref} I confer on you a kingdom, even as my Father conferred on me,

^{30 Ref} that you may eat and drink at my table in my Kingdom. You will sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel."