What does the Bible say about master?
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The Bible teaches that Jesus Christ is the true Master, worthy of faith, obedience, honor, and loving service, while all believers stand as fellow servants under God. Jesus received the title “Master” from disciples and seekers, yet He warned against using religious titles in a way that exalts people, since Christ alone is our ultimate Teacher and Master (Matthew 8:19; Matthew 23:8). In John 13:13-14, He affirmed that He is Master and Lord, then humbly washed His disciples’ feet, showing that His authority produces servant-hearted love. Even Judas addressed Jesus as Master while betraying Him (Matthew 26:25, 26:49), warning that outward words must be joined to sincere faith and obedience.
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- Jesus called Matthew 8:19; Matthew 10:25; Matthew 23:8; Matthew 26:18; Matthew 26:25; Matthew 26:49; Mark 14:45; Luke 8:24; John 13:13; John 13:14
- Jesus prohibited the appellation Matthew 23:8
- SCRIPTURES RELATING TO MASTERS OF SERVANTS Exodus 21:20; Exodus 21:21; Exodus 21:26; Exodus 21:27; Leviticus 19:13; Leviticus 25:43; Deuteronomy 5:14; Deuteronomy 24:14; Deuteronomy 24:15; Job 31:13-15; Proverbs 22:16; Proverbs 29:12
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- GOOD MASTER, INSTANCES OF
- Abraham Genesis 18:19
- Job Job 31:13-15
- The centurion Luke 7:2
- UNJUST MASTER, INSTANCES OF
- Sarah to Hagar Genesis 16:6
- Laban to Jacob Genesis 31:7
- Potiphar’s wife to Joseph Genesis 39:7-20
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