Luke 17:9
“Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not.”
What does Luke 17:9 mean?
Luke 17:9 (KJV) says, "Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not." This verse is part of a larger passage in which Jesus is teaching his disciples about faith and forgiveness. In this particular verse, Jesus is using a parable to…
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In Luke 17:9, the scripture reads, "Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not." At first glance, this verse may seem to suggest ingratitude on the part of the master and appears to question the worth of servanthood. However, upon…
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Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, I come before You with a heart full of reverence and acknowledgment for Your greatness and Your goodness. I recognize that in this life, as Your servant, my tasks and duties are not merely obligations, but profound acts of love…
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