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Faithfulness Leads to Promotion
Commentators unanimously agree that this verse promises a reward for faithful service. Just as a trustworthy steward is promoted from managing a household to overseeing all the master's possessions, a faithful follower of Christ will be entrusted with greater responsibility. This reward is a matter of grace, not something earned by right, and it often involves more opportunities for service, not less.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 24:47
18th Century
Theologian
Shall make him ruler, etc. Shall confirm his appointment over his household, and, as a reward, shall place him over all his property. This…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 24:47
19th Century
Preacher
His lord had formerly made him ruler over his household, the steward who had charge of all the household servants. His faithful and pruden…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 24:47
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 Gill
On Matthew 24:47
17th Century
Pastor
Verily I say to you
Nothing is a greater truth, more certain, or to be depended on, than this; all such wise, faithf…
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…