Luke 19:25
Luke 19:25 in Multiple Translations
‘Master,’ they said, ‘he already has ten!’
(And they said unto him, Lord, he hath ten pounds.)
And they said unto him, Lord, he hath ten pounds.
And they say to him, Lord, he has ten pounds.
‘But master, he already has ten times as much,’ they replied.
(And they sayd vnto him, Lord, hee hath ten pieces.)
(and they said to him, Sir, he hath ten pounds) —
“They said to him, ‘Lord, he has ten minas!’
(And they said to him, Lord, he hath ten pounds.)
And they said to him: Lord, he hath ten pounds.
They protested, ‘But Sir, he already has ten coins!’
They said, ‘But, boss, that work-man already has a lot of money.’
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Greek Word Reference — Luke 19:25
Study Notes — Luke 19:25
- Context
- Cross References
- Luke 19:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 19:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 19:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 19:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 19:25
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 19:25
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 19:25
- Barnes' Notes on Luke 19:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Luke 19:25
- Sermons on Luke 19:25
Context — The Parable of the Ten Minas
25‘Master,’ they said, ‘he already has ten!’
26He replied, ‘I tell you that everyone who has will be given more; but the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him. 27And these enemies of mine who were unwilling for me to rule over them, bring them here and slay them in front of me.’”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luke 16:2 | So he called him in to ask, ‘What is this I hear about you? Turn in an account of your management, for you cannot be manager any longer.’ |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 7:19 | And as if this was a small thing in Your eyes, O Lord GOD, You have also spoken about the future of the house of Your servant. Is this Your custom with man, O Lord GOD? |
| 3 | Isaiah 55:8–9 | “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts. |
Luke 19:25 Summary
In Luke 19:25, the servants are questioning why the master would give more to the one who already has ten minas. This verse is teaching us that God rewards faithfulness, and when we are faithful with what He has given us, He will give us more (as seen in Matthew 25:29). It's not about being fair or unfair, but about being faithful with what we have, and trusting in God's wisdom and sovereignty (as seen in Romans 11:33-34). We can learn to trust God and be faithful with what He has given us, just like the servant in Luke 19:17, who was rewarded for his faithfulness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the master already has ten minas?
In Luke 19:25, the servants are pointing out that the one who has been faithful already has a significant amount, and they question why he should receive more, as seen in the parable where the master rewards the faithful servant in Luke 19:17, and also in Matthew 25:29, where it is written that to everyone who has, more will be given.
Is this verse teaching that the rich will get richer and the poor will get poorer?
While it may seem that way on the surface, the context of Luke 19:25 is about faithfulness and stewardship, not necessarily about wealth, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:19-21, where true riches are stored up in heaven, and in Luke 12:48, where much is required from those who have been given much.
Why do the servants question the master's decision?
The servants are questioning the fairness of the master's decision, as they see it as unjust that the one who already has much should receive even more, but the master is teaching them about the kingdom of God, where faithfulness is rewarded, as seen in Luke 19:17, and also in 1 Corinthians 4:2, where stewards are expected to be faithful.
What can we learn from the servants' reaction?
We can learn that it's natural to question God's ways, but we must trust in His sovereignty and wisdom, as seen in Romans 11:33-34, where Paul writes about the depths of God's wisdom, and in Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are called to trust in the Lord with all our heart.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when I see others being blessed and I feel like I'm not?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be more faithful with what God has given me?
- How can I trust God's sovereignty and wisdom when I don't understand what's happening in my life?
- What does it mean to be a faithful steward of what God has given me, and how can I apply that to my daily life?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 19:25
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 19:25
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 19:25
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 19:25
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 19:25
Cambridge Bible on Luke 19:25
Barnes' Notes on Luke 19:25
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 19:25
Sermons on Luke 19:25
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The Good Steward by John Wesley | John Wesley emphasizes the concept of stewardship in his sermon 'The Good Steward,' urging believers to recognize their role as stewards of God's gifts. He explains that everything |
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Stewardship by Charles Finney | Charles Finney emphasizes the concept of stewardship, explaining that all individuals are stewards of God's resources and must account for their time, talents, influence, and posse |
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(1 Corinthians) ch.3:1-3:17 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of building our lives and work on the foundation of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that in the final day of judgment, God will t |
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Death of a Promise - Part 1 by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the principle of the death of a promise. He explains that when God intends to fulfill a promise or bring about a special blessing, He first p |
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(John - Part 2): In the Beginning Was the Word by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher begins by acknowledging the difficulty of preaching on the phrase "in the beginning." He compares it to the impossible task of lifting oneself up on a |
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What if..? by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of truth in the church. He believes that the truth to which God calls the church is not just external or doctrinal, but a deep |
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Steadying the Ark of God by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of true worship and the need for personal responsibility in carrying out God's work. He criticizes the idea of putting on a r |







