White River Christian Church

“He gave five bags of silver to one, two bags of silver to another, and one bag of silver to the last—dividing it in proportion to their abilities.”

Our Readiness is Directly Related to the Use of His Resources

“After a long time their master returned from his trip and called them to give an account of how they had used his money.”

“Well done, my good and faithful servant.”

“You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together!” V. 21

“Enter into the joy of your master.” ESV

Our Readiness are Directly Related to the Use of His Resources

“Master, I knew you were a harsh man, harvesting crops you didn’t plant and gathering crops you didn’t cultivate. I was afraid I would lose your money, so I hid it in the earth. Look here is your money back.”

“You wicked and lazy servant…Now throw this useless servant into outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.”

“To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given , and they will have an abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away.” V. 29

Jesus has given us resources according to our abilities.

Jesus expects you do use those resources out of gratitude for what he’s done for you!

Jesus directly relates the use of His resources to being ready for His second coming.