Lucas 19

Lucas 19

Garland summarizes the rewards of saints - The rewards include the many promises found throughout Scripture (Da 7:18; Mt 5:12; 10:41; 16:27; 25:34; Lk 14:14; Ro 2:7; 1Co 2:9; 2Ti 4:8; He 4:9; 11:10; 2Jn. 1:8) including those related to the inheritance of the believer (Acts 20:32; 26:18; Ro 8:17; Ep 1:11, 12, 13, 14; 5:5; Col 1:12; 3:24; He 9:15; 1Pe 1:4). This includes all the promises made to the overcomer (Re 2:7, 11, 17, 26; 3:5, 12, 21; 21:7) and the blessings which attend the Millennial Kingdom and the eternal state (Rev. 21, 22). (A Testimony of Jesus Christ) For no man can lay a foundation other than the one which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. 12 Now if any man builds on the foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, 13 each man’s work will become evident; for the day will show it because it is to be revealed with fire, and the fire itself will test the quality of each man’s work. 14 If any man’s work which he has built on it remains, he will receive a reward. 15 If any man’s work is burned up, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire. (1 Cor. 3:11-15+) Therefore do not go on passing judgment before the time, but wait until the Lord comes who will both bring to light the things hidden in the darkness and disclose the motives of men’s hearts; and then EACH man’s praise (NOTE EACH BELIEVER WILL RECEIVE PRAISE!) will come to him from God. (1 Cor 4:5+) “Behold (THIS SHOULD GRAB EVERY SAINT'S ATTENTION!), I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to render to every man according to what he has done. (Rev 22:12+) Related Resources: What do I need to do to hear, "Well done, good and faithful servant" when I arrive in heaven? Rewards of the Righteous Torrey's Topic Rewards of the Saints What is the purpose of there being rewards in heaven? What are the five heavenly crowns that believers can receive in Heaven? How can we store up treasures in heaven? What things in this world have a true eternal value? In light of the shortness of time and length of eternity, Peter exhorts believers... Therefore, brethren, be all the more diligent to make certain about His calling and choosing you; for as long as you practice these things, you will never stumble; for in this way the entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ will be abundantly supplied to you. (2 Peter 1:10, 11+) Who does God's work will get God's pay, However long may seem the day, However weary be the way; Though powers and princes thunder "Nay," Who does God's work will get God's pay. He does not pay as others pay, In gold or land or raiment gay; In goods that vanish and decay; But God in wisdom knows a way, And that is sure, let come what may, Who does God's work will get God's pay. — Encyclopedia of 15,000 Illustrations ILLUSTRATION - Canadian Missionary Jonathan Goforth gives a beautiful illustration of what every believer wants to hear someday: When he was fifteen years of age his father put him in charge of their second farm, which was twenty miles from the home farm. "Work hard," said his father. "At harvest I'll return and inspect." In later years Goforth stirred many an audience as he told of his arduous labors that summer, of his father's return in the fall and of how his heart thrilled when his father, after inspecting the fields of beautiful waving grain, turned to him and smiled. "That smile," he would say, "was all the reward I wanted. I knew my father was pleased. So will it be, dear Christians, if we are faithful to the trust our Heavenly Father has given us. His smile of approval will be our blessed reward." Short is life; fleeting is time; quick is death; sure is judgment; long is eternity. Therefore… What thou desirest to do, do it quickly. Thou wilt deeds of love repay; Grace shall gen'rous hearts reward Here on earth, and in the day When they meet their reigning Lord. The Parable of the Talents (Mt 25:14–30) teaches us to be faithful to use our different gifts as God gives us opportunities to serve. Some people have a great deal of ability, so God gives them greater opportunity. The important thing is not how much ability you have but how faithful you are to use what you have for the Lord. The person with the least ability, if he or she is faithful, will receive the same reward as the most gifted church leader. Related Resources: What are the different judgments in the Bible? - excellent summary of past, present and future judgments What is the Great White Throne Judgment? - only for Unbelievers What is the Judgment Seat of Christ / Bema Seat of Christ? - only for Believers What happens at the final judgment? The following books are by Randy Alcorn and deal in some way with our stewardship of our time, treasure and talents...note that all of these books can be borrowed... Money, possessions, and eternity by Randy Alcorn 369 ratings Managing God's money : a biblical guide by , Randy Alcorn The law of rewards by , Randy Alcorn The treasure principle by Alcorn, Randy (Or Here) (See also in depth commentary - 2 Corinthians 5:10) “Supercharged with stunning, divine truth! Lightning struck over and over as I read it.” -John Piper The treasure principle bible study Discovering the Secret of Joyful Giving by Brian Smith and Randy Alcorn, (2003) Seeing The Unseen A Daily Dose Of Eternal Perspective by Randy Alcorn Heaven : Randy Alcorn Life promises for eternity by Randy Alcorn El cielo para niños by , Randy Alcorn Heaven for kids by , Randy Alcorn The promise of heaven : reflections on our eternal home by , Randy C Alcorn Wait until then by , Randy Alcorn Luke 19:18 "The second came, saying, 'Your mina, master, has made five minas.' Your mina, master, has made five minas: Mt 13:23 Mk 4:20 2Co 8:12 Luke 19 Resources - Multiple Sermons and Commentaries Luke 19:11-27 Doing Business for Jesus - Steven Cole Luke 19:11-27 Fitting Rewards from the Returning King - John MacArthur THE SECOND SERVANT'S SUCCESS The second came saying "Your mina, master has made five minas" - Indeed any ''mina'' we are privileged to have of eternal value is in fact from our Lord and Master. What a mystery. Our flesh chaffs at this thought, thinking any mina we have is in fact our own - we earned it by our "good" works. How sad! We don't deserve anything but the Lake of Fire. God's incredible matchless mercy has bestowed every perfect gift and we must never forget this truth. And we must ever acknowledge our humble dependence on the crumbs from His table. Thank You for crumbs Lord. For the rewards to both slaves, the words of Paul are appropriate... just as it is written, “THINGS WHICH EYE HAS NOT SEEN AND EAR HAS NOT HEARD, AND which HAVE NOT ENTERED THE HEART OF MAN, ALL THAT GOD HAS PREPARED FOR THOSE WHO LOVE (present tense - continually, imperfectly to be sure, but as the goal of our life) HIM.” (1 Cor. 2:9) (Ed: And remember Jesus said "If you love Me, you will keep [idea of keeping' one's eye on] My commandments." Jn 14:15. Corollary: Do say you love Jesus and go out an blatantly disobey!) These two slaves clearly loved their master and they showed their love for him in their words and actions. We do it today by proclaiming the Good News at every opportunity the Spirit provides. In some of Paul's last words, he gives a similar promise to those who love Jesus writing... In the future there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day; and not only to me, but also to all who have loved (perfect tense - speaks of an enduring, lasting love of) His appearing. (2 Ti 4:8+) Paul's words beg the question "Do you love His appearing? Do you long for it? And do you live in light of it?" When we have a sense of urgency and imminency, we are far more likely to be earning interest on our Master's mina! Luke 19:19 "And he said to him also, 'And you are to be over five cities.' And you are to be over five cities: Isa 3:10 1Co 3:8 15:41,42,58 2Co 9:6 2Jn 1:8 Luke 19 Resources - Multiple Sermons and Commentaries Luke 19:11-27 Doing Business for Jesus - Steven Cole Luke 19:11-27 Fitting Rewards from the Returning King - John MacArthur THE SECOND SERVANT'S REWARD And he said to him also 'And you are to be over five cities. - While he does not hear the words "'Well done, good slave, because you have been faithful in a very little thing" it is clear that he is still faithful in the handling of the nobleman's mina. This passage in context suggests that our future rewards will vary, being directly proportionate to how effectively we used what God gave us to bring Him glory. Keathley - 500% return. No commendation. He gets 5 cities. His reward is fair. Reward according to merit. The reward that the faithful slaves received was not one which they could enjoy by sitting down and folding their hands and doing nothing. If this is taken literally, one was put over ten cities and the other over five. The reward of work well done was more work to do. The greatest compliment we can pay a man is to give him ever greater and more difficult tasks.