23Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants.
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From the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field:
So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field. …
And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind:
Commentary
Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary on the Bible (1710)
(vv. 21-35)This part of the discourse concerning offences is certainly to be understood of personal wrongs, which is in our power to forgive. Now observe, I. Peter’s question concerning this matter (Matt. 18:21); Lord, how oft shall my brother trespass against me, and I forgive him ? Will it suffice to do it seven times ? 1. He takes it for granted that he must forgive; Christ had before taught his disciples…
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