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A man who knew religious law very well stood up to test Jesus.
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The Good Samaritan
Jesus tells of a traveler who is helped by a Samaritan after others pass him by.
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A question about eternal life
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“Teacher, what should I do to live forever?” he asked.
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Jesus asked him what the law said and how he understood it.
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The expert answered, “Love the Lord your God with all of yourself. And love your neighbor as you love yourself.”
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“That’s right,” Jesus said. “Do this, and you will live.”
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