Charles Spurgeon Commentary Matthew 18:23

"Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, who would make a reckoning with his servants." — Matthew 18:23 (ASV)

The kingdom of heaven is again brought forward. We must not forget that this is the key of Matthew’s Gospel. In all kingdoms there must be a king, a tribunal, and a time for judgment of those under rule. The personal servants of a king must expect to give a special account of how they have used their lord’s goods. Our Lord is that certain king, who would take account of his servants. Even if he called no one else to give an account, he would assuredly call his own servants to a settlement.