Daily Reading: 8-10-16
Luke 12:41-48
God has poured spiritual gifts into every one of His children. These are gifts to be used for the exaltation of Christ and the advancement of the spiritual Kingdom. It is unwise to handle these gifts irresponsibly, because God certainly comes with expectations. God’s gifts are powerful and bring about the necessary results when used in obedience to God’s purposes. We are wise if we realize God’s spiritual gifts to us are the very things that effectively draw more people into Kingdom living while on earth. Our lives are the greatest witness to the reality of Christ in us. In Christ, we are loving, sincere and filled with integrity, quick to witness to the goodness of God, trusting God for provision, and diligent with every task no matter what the size. Our foreheads are sealed with the joy of our salvation.
In our passage today, Jesus has been teaching his disciples about staying ready for his return. Jesus told his followers he would be leaving while the Kingdom was being prepared, but in the future he would return for them. They were to faithfully occupy until his return. If Jesus returned today, would you be watching for him? Would you be ready to give an account for your work on behalf of the Kingdom?