Matthew 25 -- We're Given What He Wants Us To Do

We’re familiar with Jesus’ parable about the three servants who were each given gold according to their ability to handle it.  “We have been assigned our ministries according to the abilities and gifts God has given us.  It is our privilege to serve the Lord and multiply HIS goods,” my commentary said.

 

The servants were labeled either faithful or unfaithful upon their master’s return.  The faithful ones put what they had to work, and it wasn’t the ultimate amount of their profit but the proportion of profit to their original amount that was important.  The unfaithful servant, fearing loss, did nothing and no return was received.  He only gave back what he’d been given.  No matter how much we’re given to work with, we are appointed as stewards by the Lord.  What we do with it is important.

 

We know that Jesus is coming again.  We’re told in this chapter to be ready and alert.  There is only so much time until the Master returns and He will ask us what we’ve done with what He’s given us.  He’ll be looking to see if we’ve been faithful, using what He’s given us to further His kingdom.  Help me not to miss my opportunities, Father!

 

Your Brother In Christ,

Gary Ford