In Luke 17:1-10, we see Jesus teaching several principles about what it means to live and function properly in the kingdom of God. He addresses issues dealing with sinfulness and accountability, as well as our responsibility to rebuke and forgive one another. Realizing the difficulty of these responsibilities, the apostles asked the Lord to increase their faith so that they will be able to live according to these standards. In His response, Jesus focused on two things: the potential power at their disposal because of the One in whom they place their faith and their responsibility to stay focused on their role and their position in the kingdom of God and to serve the Lord in humility.