The Parable of the Master and Servant is a parable told by Jesus in the New Testament, found in Luke 17:7-10. The parable teaches that when somebody "has done what God expects, he or she is only doing his or her duty."
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“For many are called, but few are chosen.”
—Bible: New Testament Jesus, in Matthew, 22:14.
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“Then Mary said, “Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.” Then the angel departed from her.”
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