Matthew 24:48

“But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming;”

"But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming;" - Matthew 24:48
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What does Matthew 24:48 mean?

Matthew 24:48 (KJV) states, "But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming;" This verse is part of Jesus' Olivet Discourse, a lengthy passage in the Book of Matthew in which Jesus is teaching his disciples about the signs of the end times and…

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The Perils of Procrastination: A Call to Faithful Waiting

Matthew 24:48 reminds us of a deep spiritual truth: "But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming." This cautionary verse, part of Jesus’ Olivet Discourse, addresses the potential pitfalls of complacency and disbelief in the context of…

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A Prayer for Faithfulness Amidst Delay

O Heavenly Father, As we gather in Your presence today, we come with hearts humble and open, longing for Your guidance and wisdom. We reflect upon the words of our Lord Jesus Christ recorded in the Gospel according to Matthew, chapter 24, verse 48, which says, "But and if that…

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"Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect." - Matthew 5:48