What does Matthew 18:24 mean?

Matthew 18:24 highlights themes such as debt, forgiveness, mercy when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 18:24 today?

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

And when he had begun to reckon, one was brought unto him, which owed him ten thousand talents.

22Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.

23Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants.

24And when he had begun to reckon, one was brought unto him, which owed him ten thousand talents.

25But forasmuch as he had not to pay, his lord commanded him to be sold, and his wife, and children, and all that he had, and payment to be made.

26The servant therefore fell down, and worshipped him, saying, Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay thee all.

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Matthew 18:23
This verse sets up the parable of the unforgiving servant, emphasizing the theme of forgiveness.