Matthew 25:13 “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour.”
Commentary makes a big deal about the wording “faithful” in verses 21 and 23–not successful, not brilliant, but faithful. What God is looking for in us is that we have been faithful stewards of what He has given us, that we have used our talents (literal and physical) to comfort His people and bring Him glory.
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. Come and share your master’s happiness!’
However, it’s also important to remember that we can’t work our way into heaven. Salvation is a gift, pure and simple. We don’t deserve it. We can’t earn it. But that gift changes us, reshapes our hearts, and that change will be evident in our actions.
Matthew 25:23 “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. Come and share your master’s happiness!’
Lord, Thank You for the reminder that Your salvation is a gift that changes us from the inside out. Help us to be faithful with what You have entrusted us with, helping Your people, bringing You glory. Allow us to hear You say, “Well done, good and faithful servant” when we finally meet face-to-face. Amen.
Matthew 25:30 And throw that worthless servant outside, into the darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’
Have a blessed day.