Almighty God is a rewarder. He acknowledges and responds to faith and obedience. Hebrews 11:6 says: “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” A reward is: “something that is given in return for good behavior or service; a recompense; an award.” God rewards those that diligently seek Him in many ways, not only in this lifetime, but also in eternity. Hebrews 10:35 says: “So don’t lose your bold, courageous faith, for you are destined for a great reward” Jesus taught in the parable of the talents that those who are faithful will be rewarded with greater authority, influence and joy: Matthew 25:23 ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.” Don’t ever let the enemy steal your faithfulness. It will be rewarded. Galations 6:9 says: “Let us not grow weary or become discouraged in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap, if we do not give in.” God is pleased with the faithful. Remember, you are destined for a great reward, so stand today with bold, courageous faith. He sees your faithfulness!
Do your daily actions bring glory and honor to God?
Have you ever considered that your actions either glorify God or disappoint Him. In the parable of the talents, the Lord Jesus taught that two of His team did what He asked, and brought glory to God. The third one refused to obey Him, so His Lord called him a wicked and lazy servant (Matthew 25). The Apostle Paul taught this principle to the church in Corinth: “So then, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you may do, do all for the honor and glory of God”
(1 Corinthians 10:31, AMP). This means that God is watching the decisions that you make on a daily basis, and you please Him when you choose to do things for the honor and glory of God. Are you bringing glory to God in your daily life, or are you bringing credit to yourself? Are you a good and faithful servant, or are you a wicked and lazy servant? Only you and God know this for sure!
