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Matthew 24:47

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Matthew 24:47 Meaning and Commentary

Matthew 24:47

Verily I say unto you
Nothing is a greater truth, more certain, or to be depended on, than this; all such wise, faithful, diligent, and industrious servants may expect it: that he, shall make him ruler over all his goods;
will honour him with greater gifts, bestow a larger degree of Gospel light and knowledge on him, make him more useful in the church below, and at last cause him to inherit all things in the other world, all glory, happiness, and bliss.

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Matthew 24:47 In-Context

45 "Who is the faithful and sensible servant whose master puts him in charge of the household staff, to give them their food at the proper time?
46 It will go well with that servant if he is found doing his job when his master comes.
47 Yes, I tell you that he will put him in charge of all he owns.
48 But if that servant is wicked and says to himself, `My master is taking his time';
49 and he starts beating up his fellow servants and spends his time eating and drinking with drunkards;
Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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