5th May 2019 - The Importance of Being Faithfull - Charles Banna
Summary
The speaker emphasizes that being faithful is crucial, drawing parallels between faithfulness in small matters and major ones. He uses the parable of the talents to illustrate that while the master praised the first two servants as 'good and faithful,' the third was called 'wicked' and 'lazy.' Ultimately, the message stresses that everything we possess—our talents, wealth, and abilities—belongs to God, and He expects us to use what He has entrusted to us wisely.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Why being faithful in small things mattersGod expects His children to be trustworthy in everything, because being faithful in small things reflects His own honest and upright character.
The parable of the talents and faithfulnessIn the parable of the talents, the master praised those who used what they were given, but rebuked the lazy servant who let fear lead to unfaithfulness.
Everything belongs to GodAll wealth, health, and salaries come from God, so we must be wise, save appropriately, and avoid living extravagantly or falling into debt.
Contentment versus living beyond our meansBelievers are called to be content with their wages and live within their means, remembering that borrowing heavily makes a person a slave to the lender.Luke 3:14
Faithfulness with the twenty-four hours we are givenGod gives every person twenty-four hours a day impartially, and how we use that time—including being punctual and avoiding laziness—determines our spiritual growth.
Faithfulness in using our spiritual giftsBelievers are given special spiritual gifts by the Holy Spirit to serve one another and build up the church, and we must not hide them.1 Corinthians 12:7
Growing to maturity in ChristChrist gave diverse leaders to equip the saints so that the body of Christ grows up, stays grounded against false doctrines, and speaks the truth in love.
Examining our hearts for greater faithfulnessFaithfulness is a fruit of the Spirit, and because everything belongs to God, we are urged to present our bodies as living sacrifices to prove His good and perfect will.
Jesus as our ultimate example of faithfulnessJust as Moses and Christ were faithful over God's house, Jesus sought to obey the Father's will at every moment rather than His own comfort.
Overcoming the fear that hinders our obedienceThe servant with one talent had a wrong, fearful view of his master; we must understand that God is a good father who helps us walk faithfully step by step.Matthew 25:24
