Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
For the Son of man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch.
And commanded
General references
Bible References
As a
Matthew 24:45
Then who is the faithful and wise servant, whom the lord placed over his household to give them their food in season?
Matthew 25:14
For as a man going away, called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods,
Luke 19:12
Then He said, A certain nobleman went to a far country, to receive for himself a kingdom, and return.
And to
Romans 12:4
For we indeed have many members in one body, but all the members have not the same office:
Romans 13:6
For on account of this also pay tribute; for they are the ministers of God, attending to this very thing.
1 Corinthians 3:5
Then what is Apollos? and what is Paul? But ministers through whom ye believed; even as the Lord gave to each one.
1 Corinthians 15:58
So, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.
Colossians 3:24
knowing that you will receive the recompense of the inheritance from the Lord. Serve the Lord Christ;
Colossians 4:1
Masters, award unto the servants that which is right and equal; knowing that you also have a Master in heaven.
And commanded
Matthew 24:45
Then who is the faithful and wise servant, whom the lord placed over his household to give them their food in season?
Luke 12:36
and be you like unto men waiting for their lord, when he may rise up from the marriage feast; in order that, coming and knocking, they may open unto him immediately.
Acts 20:29
I know, that after my departure grievous wolves will rise up against you, not sparing the flock;
General references
Matthew 25:13
Watch therefore, because you know neither the day nor the hour.
Luke 12:40
Be ye also ready: because at an hour you do not think the Son of man cometh.