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- Matthew
- Chapter 25
- Verse 21
Matthew 25:21
His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
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Commentary
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
His Lord said unto him, well done,.... Gospel ministers do not say so to themselves; they know they can do nothing well of themselves, and when they have done all they can, they own they are but…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
Ruler over many things - I will promote thee to greater honors and to more important trusts. Joy of thy lord - In the meantime share the pleasures and enjoyments of his palace; be his companion, and…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
ruler over many things The privileges of heaven shall be in proportion to the services wrought on earth.
enter thou into the joy of thy lord Either (1) share the life of happiness which thy lord…
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