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knowing that whatever good thing each one does, he will receive the same again from the Lord, whether he is bound or free.
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Your Work Has Eternal Value
Commentators emphasize that this verse offers profound hope. Regardless of your earthly situation or whether your good deeds are recognized by others, God sees and will reward you. This reward is secure in the Lord and will be fully realized at the final judgment. As John Calvin notes, this is a "powerful consolation" for those who feel their labor is unappreciated.
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Ephesians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Knowing that whatsoever good thing. Whatever a man does that is right, he will be appropriately rewarded for that. No matter what his rank…
Whatsoever good thing each one doeth (εκαστος εαν τ ποιηση αγαθον). Literally, "each one if he do anything good." Condition of thi…
19th Century
Anglican
The same shall he receive of the Lord.—This verse reinforces the previous exhortations by instilling a sense of responsib…
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Baptist
Servants, be obedient to them that are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, as unto Chris…
Even though Christian slaves will not bank on any material reward, they can be assured of eternal gain (cf. Colossians 3:24). This is so…
16th Century
Protestant
Knowing that whatsoever good thing any man doeth. What a powerful consolation! However unworthy, however ungrateful or cruel, their master…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Knowing that whatever good thing any man does According to the will of God, from right principles in his heart, and …
The duty of servants is summed up in one word: obedience. Servants in ancient times were generally slaves. The apostles were to teach servants and …
