ESV Reformation Study Bible – Luke 18:19
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Luke 18:19

18:19 Why do you call me good. Jesus challenges the ruler’s flattery by reminding him that true goodness is an attribute of God alone. That his flattery was indeed insincere is shown by his failure to do what the “Good Teacher” taught him (v. 23).