Matthew 25:26

25:26 But his master answered, ‘Evil and lazy slave! So you knew that I harvest where I didn’t sow and gather where I didn’t scatter?

Romans 12:11

12:11 Do not lag in zeal, be enthusiastic in spirit, serve the Lord.

Hebrews 6:12

6:12 so that you may not be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and perseverance inherit the promises.


tn Grk “But answering, his master said to him.” This is somewhat redundant and has been simplified in the translation.

tn Or “dull.”