What does it mean to be ready for Jesus' return?

Matthew 24:45-51

Bottom line:

The wise servant will be GREATLY REWARDED for his faithful obedience.

The wicked servant will be SEVERELY JUDGED for his wickedness.

What do you hope to be DOING when Jesus returns?

What does it mean to be FAITHFUL to my Master?

“To be a faithful servant of God means I put my BEST ENERGY into my Master’s work.”

Focus on: SERVING OTHERS
Reward: ETERNAL PROMOTION

What does it mean to be a WISE servant?

“A WISE servant lives in such a way that they have NO CAUSE FOR SHAME if their master comes unannounced.”

No room for COMPROMISE

What is the wicked servant like in Jesus’ example?

Mindset shifts from SERVANT TO MASTER
Acts HARSHLY toward those under him
Becomes RECKLESS
Experiences SEVERE JUDGMENT

Next Steps:

What specific responsibilities has God give you right now?

Are you seeing yourself as a “master” or “manager” in these areas of responsibility?

How can we be faithful and wise servants under COVID?

Prioritize 3 vital connections

PNate’s CHALLENGE:

1. Commit to DAILY PERSONAL TIME in God’s Word.

2. Commit to WEEKLY VOICE CONTACT with someone from your church family.

3.Commit to WEEKLY CONTACT with someone you know who is not well connected with God.

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