38 Repentance and baptism lead to a probationary pardon, which may be
withdrawn. This pardon is extended by Christ as the King. Its
operation is illustrated by the parable of the ten thousand talent
debtor (see Mat_18:27-34) whose debt was remitted, but who refused to
remit the smaller sum which his... [ Continue Reading ]
13 The word "Boy" is here used because it, like its Greek equivalent,
may be used both of a child and a servant. The common version renders
it _ servant_, _ child _ and _ son_. Each of these, however, better
represents another Greek word, and all fail to give the dual meaning
which this word seems t... [ Continue Reading ]