What Will You Be Doing?

Matthew 24:43-47 “But understand this: If the owner of the house had known at what time of night the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house be broken into. 44 So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him. 45 Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of the servants in his household to give them their food at the proper time? 46 It will be good for that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. 47 I tell you the truth, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.”
 
DEAR Christian, how do you prepare for your meeting with the Lord Jesus? Whether you see him come in the air as the Son of Man, or you die and meet him in Heaven, you will meet him.  
   One reason God has not revealed the date he will return is to keep us actively engaged with his work on earth. Imagine what might happen if you knew Jesus was coming on a particular day. Would  your Christian work stop because you might say, “What’s the point of ministry? The Lord will be here soon?” This attitude has been prevalent among cults when false teachers have given a date of Jesus’ return.
   It was common for many cultures to have a servant in charge of a household. We read of that in Joseph’s story: Genesis 39:4 Joseph found favor in his eyes and became his attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household, and he entrusted to his care everything he owned. You are a Christian because God has found favor with you. But unlike Joseph, you did not have to prove your skills before God said, “You are mine.” That is when your servant responsibility began. Under the King’s favor you are responsible to care for his “household” – the Kingdom of God on earth – while he is away.
   Jesus tells you to be ready. Readiness comes in a servant’s life. Serve the King by telling his story where and whenever you have the opportunity. What role has he given you to help others come to faith?
   Serve the King with Kingdom power. Be willing to use your knowledge and gifts to help your community, region and nation – even the world if that is where he directs you. Help care for our church building, so people can worship in safety and peace. Welcome and encourage the uncertain heart to seek Jesus’ love and grace. Extend to the hungry a meal of physical strength and the bread of eternal peace.
   What are the ministries in your community? Choose one and trust God to strengthen your servant hands and feet. “This is what Jesus’ agenda. When he comes, we ought to be caught doing it.” (Life Application Commentary)