Luke 17:10

"Does he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded? I think not."

Key Reflection

Jesus questions the gratitude shown by those who merely follow commands, suggesting true thankfulness should come from understanding and embracing the deeper spiritual significance of service and humility. This highlights that superficial compliance is insufficient; genuine appreciation comes from comprehending and embodying God’s will.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 10. Are unprofitable servants. We have conferred no favour. We have merited nothing. We have not benefited God, or laid him under obligation. If he rewards us, it will be matter of unmerited favour. This is true in relation to Christians in the following respects: 1st. Our services are not profitable to God (Job 22:2); he needs not our aid, and his essential happiness will not be increased by our efforts. 2nd. The grace to do his will comes from him only, and all the praise of that will be due to him. 3rd. All that we do is what is our duty; we cannot lay claim to having rendered any service that will bind him to show us favour; and 4th.

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