Peter reminded Jesus that the Twelve had done what the rich young ruler had been unwilling to do (cf. Luke 14:26-27). His comment, as Luke and Mark recorded it, was an implicit request for assurance that they would enter the kingdom (cf. Mark 10:28). [source][source][source]
"It is surprising that, although generally Jesus does not think in terms of seeking reward, here he is prepared to respond to Peter"s saying. This suggests that Peter"s question was not regarded by the Evangelists as an implicit claim for a selfish reward. Rather it is seen as an opportunity to give a promise that self-denial for the sake of the kingdom will be vindicated." [1][source]
Context Summary
Luke 18:18-30 - The One Thing Needful
The young ruler was a man of irreproachable character. He might have said of himself all that the Apostle Paul says in Philippians 3:4, etc. But he was restless and unsatisfied. He felt that Jesus had the key to a life deeper than he had experienced, and he longed to possess it. He was so much in earnest that he knelt in the crowded thoroughfare before the despised Nazarene, Mark 10:17.
He did not know himself. He thought he possessed that love which fulfills the Law, Romans 13:10. Our Lord desired to prove to him that he was deficient in that love, and therefore could not have the eternal life which is love. He did this by suggesting that the young ruler should renounce all and accompany Him in a self-giving for others that must end in a cross. But he shrank back. He dared not face a life of simple faith in God for the supply of temporal needs, and of absolute self-giving to a cross. For all who dare this, whatever is right and good is given back to be held and used under God's direction. [source]
Chapter Summary: Luke 18
1Of the importunate widow 9Of the Pharisee and the tax collector 15Of Children brought to Jesus 18A ruler would follow Jesus, but is hindered by his riches 28The reward of those who leave all for his sake 31He foretells his death; 35and restores a blind man to sight
Greek Commentary for Luke 18:28
Our own [τα ιδια] Our own things (home, business, etc.). Right here is where so many fail. Peter speaks here not in a spirit of boastfulness, but rather with his reactions from their consternation at what has happened and at the words of Jesus (Plummer). [source]
All [πάντα] The best texts read τὰ ἴδια , our own. So Rev.sa40 [source]
Greek Commentary for Luke 18:28
Our own things (home, business, etc.). Right here is where so many fail. Peter speaks here not in a spirit of boastfulness, but rather with his reactions from their consternation at what has happened and at the words of Jesus (Plummer). [source]
The best texts read τὰ ἴδια , our own. So Rev.sa40 [source]