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Hebrews 13:20-21
Benediction
20 Now d may the God of peace e who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, f the great shepherd of the sheep, by g the blood of the eternal covenant, 21 h equip you with everything good that you may do his will, i working in us [1] that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, j to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
2 Corinthians 8:12
12 For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable w according to what a person has, not according to what he does not have.
Hebrews 6:10
10 For z God is not unjust so as to overlook a your work and the love that you have shown for his name in b serving the saints, as you still do.
Matthew 25:21
21 His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and x faithful servant. [2] y You have been faithful over a little; z I will set you over much. Enter into a the joy of your master.’
Matthew 25:23
23 His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.’
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Matt. 24:1–25:46 The Delay, Return, and Judgment of Messiah. These two chapters are often called the “Olivet Discourse” because Jesus “sat on the Mount of Olives” (24:3) when he spoke these words. It is the fifth of Jesus' five major discourses recorded in the Gospel of Matthew (see Introduction: Key Themes; Literary Features). Addressed to his disciples, it is intended to give them a prophetic overview of the events to transpire in both the near and distant future.
Matt. 24:42–25:30 Parabolic Exhortations to Watch and Be Prepared for the Coming of the Son of Man. Jesus gives four parables to explain to his disciples how and why they should be prepared for his coming: the homeowner and the thief (24:42–44), the good and wicked servants (24:45–51), the 10 virgins (25:1–13), and the talents (25:14–30).
Matt. 25:20–23 Well done, good and faithful servant. The master's identical statements of praise to both servants show that what was important was not the total amount earned but faithfulness in utilizing their gifts and potential. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Faithful stewardship in this life will result in being given greater responsibility and stewardship in the life to come.
