Luke 13:6-9 He spoke also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none.… — For the better accomplishing and perfecting whereof there are three principal virtues (as implements) which are necessarily requisite in these dressers of the Lord's vineyard. 1. Skilfulness and ability to do this work that he is called unto. This is required (2 Timothy if. 2; 1 Timothy 3:2). 2. Faithfulness and sincerity — "He that hath My word, let him speak My word faithfully," saith God (Jeremiah 23:28). 3. Care and vigilancy — "Be diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds," saith Solomon (Proverbs 27:23). (N. Rogers.) Parallel Verses KJV: He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none. |
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