Matthew 18:33

“Shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee?”

"Shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee?" - Matthew 18:33
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What does Matthew 18:33 mean?

Matthew 18:33 (KJV) reads, "Shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee?" This verse is a part of the parable of the unforgiving servant, which Jesus tells in response to Peter's question about how many times he should forgive…

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The Heart of Compassion: Reflecting God's Mercy

In Matthew 18:33, the poignant words of Jesus linger in the heart of the reader: "Shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee?" This verse emerges from the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant—a powerful narrative illustrating the…

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A Prayer for Compassion and Forgiveness

O Lord, our God, the Creator of the heavens and the earth, we come before You in humility, acknowledging Your sovereignty and grace that abounds in our lives. In the stillness of this moment, we seek Your presence to examine our hearts and minds through the lens of Your Word…

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