Pastor Stephen Dedman

He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much; and he who is unjust in what is least is unjust also in much.
‭‭Luke‬ ‭16‬:‭10‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
Are you faithfully serving God in the responsibilities and opportunities He has already given you?

Context
In Luke 16, Jesus teaches His disciples about stewardship and responsibility. He explains that faithfulness is not measured by the size of the task but by the heart of the servant. Before God entrusts greater responsibilities, He looks for faithfulness in the ordinary and often unnoticed areas of life.

Application
Many believers spend their lives waiting for a bigger opportunity to serve, while overlooking the opportunities already before them. Whether it is spending time in prayer, serving others, sharing encouragement, or walking in integrity, every act of obedience matters. Faithfulness today prepares us for whatever God has planned tomorrow.

God values faithfulness more than prominence. The small acts of obedience we offer today reveal our character and demonstrate our trustworthiness before Him.

Truth For The Day
What seems insignificant to us is often significant to God.

Pray
Lord, help me to be faithful in the little things. Give me a heart that honors You in both the seen and unseen moments of life. Teach me to serve with diligence, integrity, and joy, trusting that You are at work through every act of obedience. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

“When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the holy angels with Him, then He will sit on the throne of His glory.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭25‬:‭31‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
If Jesus returned today, would your priorities reflect a life lived for His kingdom?

Context
Jesus paints a powerful picture in this verse. He is no longer portrayed as the humble servant born in Bethlehem or the suffering Savior hanging on a cross. Instead, He is revealed as Glorious King who will return with all His angels and reign on His throne. This reminder should fill believers with both hope and urgency.

Application
The world often seems chaotic and unjust. Evil appears to prosper, and righteousness is sometimes even mocked. Yet Matthew 25:31 reminds us that history is moving toward a divine appointment. Jesus Christ will return with glory, and every person will stand before Him. The same Savior who offered grace will also execute perfect justice.

For Christians, this is a source of great encouragement. Our faith is not in vain. Every act of obedience, every sacrifice, and every moment of faithful service matters because our King is coming. Knowing that Christ will return should motivate us to live holy lives, serve others faithfully, and share the gospel while there is still time.

The question is not whether Jesus will return, but whether we are ready for His return. Each day is an opportunity to live in a way that honors Him and reflects His kingdom.

Truth For The Day
Jesus is coming again in glory, and faithful believers can live with confidence, hope, and purpose.

Pray
Lord, thank You for the promise of Christ’s return. Help me to live each day with eternity in view. Keep my heart faithful, my hands busy serving You, and my eyes fixed on Your coming kingdom. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
‭‭I Corinthians‬ ‭10‬:‭31‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
What area of your life needs to be more intentionally surrendered to God’s glory?

Context
Glorifying God is more than singing worship songs on Sunday morning. It is a daily choice to honor Him with every part of our lives. Paul reminds believers that even the most ordinary activities like eating, drinking, working, serving, and interacting with others, can become acts of worship when done for God’s glory.

Application
To glorify God means to make His greatness visible through our words, attitudes, and actions. When we choose integrity over compromise, kindness over harshness, and obedience over convenience, we reflect His character to those around us. The world may never open a Bible, but they often read the lives of those who claim to follow Christ.

Jesus perfectly glorified the Father during His earthly ministry. He lived in complete obedience and continually pointed people to God. As followers of Christ, we are called to do the same. Our goal is not to draw attention to ourselves but to point others to the goodness, grace, and power of God.

Truth For The Day
God is glorified when His people live in a way that reflects His character and points others to Him.

Pray
Lord, help me live each day for Your glory. Let my words, attitudes, and actions reflect Your goodness and truth. May others see You in me and be drawn closer to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.