For I say unto you,.... And it may be depended on as truth, and what will be found matter of fact:that unto every one that hath, shall be given; greater and larger gifts, fitting him for greater usefulness: he that has gifts, and makes use of them, increases in them; they enlarge with their use, and become brighter, and he more useful.
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Luke 19:26
Luke 19:26
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