Matthew 25:17

Contemporary English Version 1995

The servant who had 2,000 coins did the same with his money and earned 2,000 more.

Cross References

Ephesians 5:16

These are evil times, so make every minute count.

1 Peter 4:10

Each of you has been blessed with one of God's many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well.

1 Timothy 5:10

She must also be well-known for doing all sorts of good things, such as raising children, giving food to strangers, welcoming God's people into her home, helping people in need, and always making herself useful.

Colossians 4:17

Remind Archippus to do the work that the Lord has given him to do.

2 Corinthians 8:12

It doesn't matter how much you have. What matters is how much you are willing to give from what you have.

Acts 10:2

Cornelius was a very religious man. He worshiped God, and so did everyone else who lived in his house. He had given a lot of money to the poor and was always praying to God.

Genesis 18:19

I have chosen him to teach his family to obey me forever and to do what is right and fair. If they do, I will give Abraham many descendants, just as I promised.”

2 Samuel 19:32

Barzillai was 80 years old. He was very rich and had sent food to David in Mahanaim.

Matthew 25:16

As soon as the man had gone, the servant with the 5,000 coins used them to earn 5,000 more.

Matthew 25:18

But the servant with 1,000 coins dug a hole and hid his master's money in the ground.