¹⁶ But Jesus called them to Him and said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for ^(A)of such is the kingdom of God. ^17 (B)Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.”

Jesus Counsels the Rich Young Ruler^(C)

^18 (D)Now a certain ruler asked Him, saying, “Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?”