How can we be "faithful with a few things" in our daily lives? Setting the Scene Matthew 25:21: “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’” Jesus speaks this in the Parable of the Talents, showing that life until His return is a stewardship test. What “Faithful with a Few Things” Looks Like • Reliability—consistent loyalty to the Master’s interests • Stewardship—treating time, resources, abilities, and opportunities as His property • Obedience—doing what He says even when no one notices Core Principles for Daily Faithfulness 1. Recognize God’s Ownership (Psalm 24:1) 2. Remember the Steward’s Requirement (1 Corinthians 4:2) 3. Work with Excellence (Colossians 3:23) 4. Guard Integrity (Luke 16:10) 5. Depend on His Strength (Proverbs 3:5-6) 6. Persevere in Season and Out (Galatians 6:9) Practical Arenas to Steward • Time—begin with Scripture and prayer; plan wisely • Skills—develop and deploy talents for church and neighbor • Money—tithe, budget, give generously (Malachi 3:10) • Speech—encourage, avoid gossip (Ephesians 4:29) • Relationships—honor family, practice hospitality, forgive quickly • Work/Study—arrive on time, meet deadlines, pursue quality • Gospel Opportunities—share Christ, disciple others Scriptural Encouragements • “Whoever is faithful with very little will also be faithful with much.” (Luke 16:10) • “God is not unjust; He will not forget your work.” (Hebrews 6:10) • “Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial.” (James 1:12) The Reward of Faithfulness Faithfulness with today’s “few things” prepares us for greater kingdom responsibility and lasting joy: “I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!” (Matthew 25:21; Revelation 22:3-5). |
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