Matthew 25:29
For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.
Cross-references
In Matthew 13:12, Jesus uses the identical saying, applying it to those who understand parables — more insight given, even understanding taken.
In Mark 4:25, the same principle appears in the parable of the sower: those who hear well gain more; those who don't lose even what they have.
In Luke 8:18, Jesus repeats the saying with a warning about how you hear — careful listening leads to more, neglect leads to loss.
In Luke 19:26, the king states the identical principle: to everyone who has, more is given; from the one who has not, even what he has is taken.
Revelation 2:5 warns the Ephesian church of losing their lampstand if they don't repent, directly echoing the threat of having what you have taken away.
In Luke 16:9-12, the parable of the dishonest manager teaches that faithfulness with little leads to being entrusted with more—similar stewardship logic.
In John 15:2, the vine metaphor: fruitful branches are pruned to bear more; unfruitful ones are cut off—parallel to having and losing.