Servants, obey in all things them that are your masters…
““Servants, obey in all things them that are your masters according to the flesh; not with eyeservice, as menpleasers, but in singleness of heart, fearing the Lord: whatsoever ye do, work heartily, as unto the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that from the Lord ye shall receive the recompense of the inheritance: ye serve the Lord Christ. For he that doeth wrong shall receive again for the wrong that he hath done: and there is no respect of persons with God. (Chap. iv.1.) Masters, render unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Servants should serve sincerely, not for human approval, and masters should treat servants justly, remembering divine equality.
In simple terms: Serve sincerely, masters act justly, all equal before God.
Key Takeaway
Practice honest service and fairness.
Themes
service
faith
justice
equality
spirituality
Mood
devotional
serious
Type
scriptural
ethical
When to use this quote
- workplace
- church community
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
biblical ethics
humble duty
divine accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you serve without seeking praise?
- What does justice look like in your role?
A Different Perspective
Cultural context may affect interpretation of “servant.”