Even so you also, when you have done all the things that are commanded you, say, ‘We are unworthy servants. We have done our duty.’”
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Luke 17:10 in context
Luke 17:7–13
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But who is there among you, having a servant plowing or keeping sheep, that will say when he comes in from the field, ‘Come immediately and sit down at the table’?
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Wouldn’t he rather tell him, ‘Prepare my supper, clothe yourself properly, and serve me while I eat and drink. Afterward you shall eat and drink’?
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Does he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded? I think not.
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Selected verse
Even so you also, when you have done all the things that are commanded you, say, ‘We are unworthy servants. We have done our duty.’”
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As he was on his way to Jerusalem, he was passing along the borders of Samaria and Galilee.
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As he entered into a certain village, ten men who were lepers met him, who stood at a distance.
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They lifted up their voices, saying, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!”
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