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Matthew 18:29-34
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Matthew 18:29-34
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29
"The poor wretch threw himself down and begged, 'Give me a chance and I'll pay it all back.'
30
But he wouldn't do it. He had him arrested and put in jail until the debt was paid.
31
When the other servants saw this going on, they were outraged and brought a detailed report to the king.
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"The king summoned the man and said, 'You evil servant! I forgave your entire debt when you begged me for mercy.
33
Shouldn't you be compelled to be merciful to your fellow servant who asked for mercy?'
34
The king was furious and put the screws to the man until he paid back his entire debt.
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