Luke 12:42
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Luke 12:42 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Luke 12:42 is a verse from the book of Luke in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And the Lord said, Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to giv..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Luke 12:42 — KJV
“And the Lord said, Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of meat in due season?”
— Luke 12:42 (KJV)
Luke 12:42 in Context — About the Book of Luke
Luke, the physician-historian, writes the most carefully researched Gospel — and the most tender. Outsiders take center stage: shepherds, women, Samaritans, tax collectors, the prodigal son. More than any Gospel, Luke shows Jesus praying at every turning point of His life.
Cross-References for Luke 12:42
“Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household, to give them meat in due season?”
Shares key themes with Luke 12:42: lord, then, faithful
“And Moses said unto them, If the children of Gad and the children of Reuben will pass with you over Jordan, every man armed to battle, before the LORD, and the land shall be subdued before you; then ye shall give them the land of Gilead for a possession:”
Shares key themes with Luke 12:42: lord, then, over
“Take you wise men, and understanding, and known among your tribes, and I will make them rulers over you. Take: Heb. Give”
Shares key themes with Luke 12:42: wise, make, ruler
“Huram said moreover, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, that made heaven and earth, who hath given to David the king a wise son, endued with prudence and understanding, that might build an house for the LORD, and an house for his kingdom. endued...: Heb. knowing prudence and understanding”
Shares key themes with Luke 12:42: lord, wise, over
“His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.”
Shares key themes with Luke 12:42: lord, faithful, make
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