What does Luke 19:26 mean?

Luke 19:26 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Luke 19:26 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

For I say unto you, That unto every one which hath shall be given; and from him that hath not, even that he hath shall be taken away from him.

24And he said unto them that stood by, Take from him the pound, and give it to him that hath ten pounds.

25(And they said unto him, Lord, he hath ten pounds.)

26For I say unto you, That unto every one which hath shall be given; and from him that hath not, even that he hath shall be taken away from him.

27But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay them before me.

28And when he had thus spoken, he went before, ascending up to Jerusalem.

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