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Readiness at Any Hour
…46Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns.47TrulyI tellyou,he will put him in chargeofallhispossessions.48But suppose that servant is wicked and says in his heart, ‘My master will be away a long time.’…

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Truly I say to you, That he shall make him ruler over all his goods.

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Matthew 25:21,23
His lord said unto him, Well done,thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord…

Daniel 12:3
And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

Luke 12:37,44
Blessedare those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve them…

ChargeGoodsManagementPossessionsRulerSolemnSubstanceTruthVerilyWealthChargeGoodsManagementPossessionsRulerSolemnSubstanceTruthVerilyWealth1.Jesus foretells the destruction of the temple;
3.what and how great calamities shall be before it;
29.the signs of his coming to judgment.
36.And because that day and hour are unknown,
42.we ought to watch like good servants, expecting our Master's coming.

Truly I tell you
This phrase is a solemn affirmation often used by Jesus to emphasize the truth and importance of what follows. It underscores the certainty and authority of His words. In the Gospels, Jesus frequently uses this expression to introduce significant teachings or prophecies, highlighting His role as a divine teacher and prophet.

he will put him in charge
This part of the verse speaks to the reward of faithful service. In the context ofMatthew 24, Jesus is discussing the end times and the importance of being vigilant and faithful. The imagery of being put in charge suggests a position of authority and responsibility, reflecting the biblical principle that those who are faithful with little will be entrusted with much (Luke 16:10). This also connects to the parable of the talents inMatthew 25, where faithful servants are rewarded with greater responsibilities.

of all his possessions
This phrase indicates the extent of the reward for the faithful servant. In biblical times, being entrusted with all of a master's possessions was a sign of great trust and honor. It reflects the ultimate reward for believers who remain faithful to Christ, pointing to the eschatological promise of sharing in Christ's kingdom and glory. This can be seen as a type of the believer's inheritance in Christ, as mentioned inRomans 8:17, where believers are described as co-heirs with Christ.

1.Jesus Christ
The speaker of this verse, delivering the Olivet Discourse, a prophetic teaching about the end times and the coming of the Kingdom of God.

2.Faithful and Wise Servant
The subject of the parable preceding this verse, representing those who are faithful in their duties and responsibilities.

3.Master
Represents God or Christ, who entrusts His servants with responsibilities and rewards them for their faithfulness.

4.Possessions
Symbolic of the blessings and responsibilities in God's Kingdom, entrusted to the faithful servant.

5.Olivet Discourse
The setting of this teaching, where Jesus speaks to His disciples on the Mount of Olives about future events.Faithfulness in Stewardship
God values faithfulness in the responsibilities He entrusts to us. We are called to be diligent and trustworthy in our roles, whether in ministry, work, or personal life.

Eternal Rewards
The promise of being put in charge of all possessions signifies the eternal rewards and responsibilities given to those who are faithful. Our actions and faithfulness on earth have eternal implications.

Preparation for Christ's Return
This verse is part of a larger discourse on being prepared for the return of Christ. We are encouraged to live in a state of readiness, actively serving and fulfilling our God-given duties.

Trust in God's Timing
The faithful servant trusts in the master's timing and judgment. We are reminded to trust in God's perfect timing and His plans for our lives.

Accountability and Responsibility
As believers, we are accountable to God for how we manage what He has given us. This includes our time, talents, and resources.1.What is the meaning of Matthew 24:47?

2.How can we be faithful servants as described in Matthew 24:47 today?

3.What does "put him in charge of all his possessions" signify?

4.How does Matthew 24:47 connect with the parable of the talents in Matthew 25?

5.In what ways can we prepare for Christ's return as faithful servants?

6.How does Matthew 24:47 encourage stewardship in our daily Christian walk?

7.What does Matthew 24:47 reveal about the nature of divine reward and responsibility?

8.How does Matthew 24:47 align with the concept of stewardship in Christian theology?

9.In what ways does Matthew 24:47 challenge modern views on authority and leadership?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 24?

11.What is wholehearted service to God?

12.What does the Bible say about earthly treasures?

13.What does being Christ's ambassador entail?

14.What events define the crucifixion in Journey to the Cross?Truly I tell you

Jesus’ opening words carry His solemn guarantee of truth. Whenever He says, “Truly I tell you,” He is underlining absolute certainty (Matthew 5:18;John 3:3). The Lord wants His disciples to feel the weight of what follows—this is not a suggestion but a promise. As inNumbers 23:19, God never lies, and here the incarnate Son speaks with the same divine authority.

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He will put him

The “he” is the master in the parable (Matthew 24:45-46), foreshadowing Christ Himself at His return. The faithful servant (v. 45) is rewarded by the master’s personal action—“he will put him.” Scripture echoes this pattern of divine appointment:Luke 12:42-44 records the same promise, while1 Timothy 1:12 reminds us that Christ “appointed” Paul to service. God Himself is the One who promotes the faithful, just asPsalm 75:6-7 says exaltation comes from the Lord.

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In charge

To be “in charge” means entrusted with authority and responsibility. Joseph’s life inGenesis 39:4 illustrates this: Potiphar “put him in charge” of his house. Jesus applies the same dynamic to believers—faithful stewardship now leads to greater oversight later (Matthew 25:21;1 Corinthians 4:1-2). The reward is not passive ease but expanded service, aligning with2 Timothy 2:12: “If we endure, we will also reign with Him.”

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Of all his possessions

The scope is breathtaking: “all.” The master holds vast resources, and the servant gains access to everything. Spiritually, this pictures the inheritance awaiting Christ’s followers.Psalm 24:1 proclaims the earth is the Lord’s;Romans 8:17 calls believers “heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ.”Revelation 3:21 promises a seat with Jesus on His throne, andRevelation 21:7 says, “The one who overcomes will inherit all things.”

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summary

Matthew 24:47 assures that the Master—Jesus—will personally promote the faithful servant, placing him in authoritative stewardship over all that belongs to Him. The promise is certain, secured by Christ’s own truthful word; it rewards steadfast obedience with expanded responsibility; and it offers participation in the vast possessions of the King, an inheritance shared with all who remain faithful until He returns.

(47)He shall make him ruler.--The words are noteworthy as among the indications that the work of the faithful servant does not cease, either after his own removal from his earthly labour, or even after the final consummation of the kingdom. Over and above the joy of the beatific vision, or what is figured to us as the peace of Paradise, there will still be a work to be done, analogous to that which has been the man's training here, and in it there will be scope for all the faculties and energies that have been thus disciplined and developed. (Comp. Notes onMatthew 25:21;Luke 19:17.)

Verse 47. -He shall make him ruler over (καταστήσει ἐπὶ, with dative, denoting permanency of occupation; in ver. 45 it is with genitive, as of temporary superintendence)all his goods;all that he hath. This is the reward. He who before was set over only a small part of his lord's possessions is now made superintendent of all his property; for "he that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much" (Luke 16:10). How we are to take this promise as applied to the rewards of the kingdom of heaven, we know not yet. "Eve hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither hath it entered into the heart of man to conceive, what God hath prepared for them that love him" (1 Corinthians 2:9). There are similar mysterious statements elsewhere;e.g.Matthew 19:28;Romans 8:32;Revelation 2:26;Revelation 3:21. This may be one of those passages in which we are not meant to press or understand all the details of the parable.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Truly
ἀμὴν(amēn)
Hebrew Word
Strong's 281:Of Hebrew origin; properly, firm, i.e. trustworthy; adverbially, surely.

I tell
λέγω(legō)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 3004:(a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

you,
ὑμῖν(hymin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771:You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

he will put
καταστήσει(katastēsei)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2525:From kata and histemi; to place down, i.e. to designate, constitute, convoy.

him
αὐτόν(auton)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

{in charge} of
ἐπὶ(epi)
Preposition
Strong's 1909:On, to, against, on the basis of, at.

all
πᾶσιν(pasin)
Adjective - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3956:All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

his
αὐτοῦ(autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

possessions.
ὑπάρχουσιν(hyparchousin)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 5225:To begin, am, exist, be in possession. From hupo and archomai; to begin under, i.e. Come into existence; expletively, to exist (verb).


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