Matthew 18:26

The servant fell down on his knees and said to his master, ‘Please be patient with me! I will pay everything back!’

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In The King James Version

The servant therefore fell down, and worshipped him, saying, Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay thee all.

In Context

25Since he didn't have the money to pay, his master ordered him to be sold, along with his wife and children and all his possessions, so that the debt could be paid back.

27The master took pity on the servant, released him, and canceled the debt.

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Cross References

Matthew 8:2A leper approached him and bowed down, worshiping him, and said, “Lord, if you're willing, please heal me.”

Luke 7:43“The one he forgave the most, I would think,” Simon answered. “You're absolutely right,” said Jesus.

Matthew Henry on Matthew 18:22-35

Christian Worshippers Encouraged; The Cruel Creditor. 21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven. 23 Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants. 24 And when he had begun to reckon, one was brought unto him, which owed him ten thousand talents. 25 But forasmuch as he had not to pay,… Read the whole commentary →

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