THE WORD 4 ev 1

Read Matthew 25 (click here for link)

A major part of God’s will for our lives is that we simply be faithful with the day-to-day responsibilities he entrusts to us. Just as the master in the parable about the the talents, God entrusts us with talents, resources and relationships. He expects us to be faithful in employing them to further his kingdom.

Normally, our lives are lived in the ordinary. It is rare that God would call someone to abandon a current obligation so that they may pursue some higher calling. Trust me; you’ll know when God want you to do something bigger—just ask Isaiah or Paul. Both of these men were wrenched out of their day-to-day lives and put upon a new path chosen by God. However, for most of us, God wants us to honor our current obligations. Often he uses such things as a stepping stone to even greater things. As the master in the above parable told his servant, “You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things” (Matthew 25:21 NIV).

We have many opportunities to prove our faithfulness each day. Ask yourself, “Am I being a good husband, wife, parent, child, employer, employee, friend, citizen, courteous driver, helpful neighbor?” Have you proven yourself faithful in such things?

Pastor Aaron