And if ye have not been faithful in that which is another man’s, who shall give you that which is your own?
And if you can't be trusted with someone else's stuff, why would anyone give you your own things to manage?
Want your own? Prove you can handle what's not yours first.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, this verse is part of Jesus' teachings on stewardship, following the parable of the unjust steward who mismanaged his master's resources. Jesus emphasizes that faithfulness in handling what belongs to others is a prerequisite for being entrusted with one's own blessings, reflecting the cultural emphasis on honesty and responsibility in first-century Jewish society. This lesson was directed at his disciples and listeners to highlight eternal spiritual truths through everyday examples.
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