Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 25:17 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 25:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 25 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And likewise he that had received two, he also gained other two.”
Matthew 25:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 25:17
And likewise he that had received two, he also gained other two—The Greek hōsautōs (ὡσαύτως, likewise) emphasizes that the two-talent servant receives identical commendation as the five-talent servant (v.23). Both doubled their master's investment; both are called 'good and faithful.' God measures faithfulness relative to opportunity, not absolute results.This destroys the prosperity gospel's lie that greater blessing indicates greater faith. The two-talent servant wasn't penalized for receiving less initially. Both servants were equally faithful within their assigned capacities, proving that ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 25:17
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“with the first fruits of all your increase:”
“because the days are evil.”
“employ it in serving one another”
“for he often refreshed me”
“that Elisha passed to Shunem”
“which works through us thanksgiving to God.”
“Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days.”
“Take heed to the ministry which you have received in the Lord, that you fulfill it.”
“which when translated”
“so as to forget your work and the labor of love which you showed toward his name”