Matthew 25:26
“His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed:”

What does Matthew 25:26 mean?
The Bible verse Matthew 25:26 in the King James Version (KJV) states, "His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed." This verse is part of a parable that Jesus tells his…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Peril of Slothfulness: A Reflection on Matthew 25:26
In the parable of the talents found in Matthew 25, we encounter a profound lesson on stewardship, responsibility, and the consequences of our choices. Verse 26, wherein the lord addresses the unproductive servant stating, "Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I…
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O Heavenly Father, we come before You today, fully aware that we are called to be good stewards of the gifts, talents, and resources You have so graciously placed within our stewardship. We humbly acknowledge Your sovereignty as the Master and ourselves as the servants of Your…
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