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A Special Call to Leaders
Commentators like Calvin and Aquinas explain that while all believers must be watchful, this parable is a specific and heightened charge to church leaders. Their position of honor comes with a heavier burden of responsibility. They are stewards appointed by Christ over His 'household,' the church, and are held to an extraordinary standard of care and diligence.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 24:45
18th Century
Theologian
Verses 45–51. This passage is, in fact, a parable, though it is not expressly called so. The design is to show that his disciples should act as if …
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 24:45
19th Century
Preacher
The apostles were stewards of the mysteries of God (1 Corinthians 4:1) and good stewards of the manifold grace of God…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 24:45
The “servant” in this parable is the head over all the domestics. This, however, does not so much limit the application of the parable to leaders a…
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John Calvin
On Matthew 24:45
16th Century
Theologian
Who is the faithful and wise servant? This passage is explained more distinctly by Luke, who includes Peter’s question, which led…
John Gill
On Matthew 24:45
17th Century
Pastor
Who then is a faithful and wise servant
The Vulgate Latin adds, "do you think?" and is a question put to the discipl…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 24:42–51
17th Century
Minister
To watch for Christ's coming, is to maintain that disposition of mind in which we would be willing for our Lord to find us.
We know that we …
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 24:42–51
13th Century
Philosopher
After the Lord affirmed the uncertainty of the hour of His coming, He advises vigilance. This advice is twofold:
- First, He advises all…