He said, therefore, a certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. And he called his ten servants, delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. (Luke 19:12-13)
The Greek word transliterated as occupy is “pragmateunomai” which means to busy oneself with something; in other words, it is to get busy with a trade.
In one of His parables, Jesus spoke of a man who entrusted his money to his servants, instructing them to be productive until his return. Upon coming back, he called them to account for what they had done with the money. Those who managed to generate a profit were rewarded, while one servant who failed to use the funds lost it, as the master took it and gave it to the one who had more.
The Bible, particularly in 1 Corinthians 3:11-15, emphasizes that everyone who has accepted Christ is called to build upon the foundation He provides. There is a reward for those who create greater works in His name.
Every believer filled with the Spirit of God is charged with the mission to “occupy until Christ comes.” This highlights the significant work that lies ahead, especially concerning the kingdom of God. Children of God have the responsibility to actively engage in God’s work, and in doing so, they can expect to receive abundant rewards. It’s essential to recognize that these rewards aren’t only reserved for the afterlife; rather, they are a continual blessing that God bestows on us daily to help us grow and excel in His work.
As we engage more in God’s mission, He equips us with His gifts, enabling us to reach more souls for Him. It’s crucial to understand that fulfilling God’s work must align with our character. Unfortunately, many people believe that only a select few are chosen to share the Gospel and bring healing and deliverance. However, we have been called out of darkness to shine as light in the world (1 Peter 2:9).
Jesus expressed, “My meat is to do the work of my Father and to finish it,” reflecting His dedication to completing the tasks assigned to Him. As children of God, we should mirror this commitment and strive to spread the Gospel of life to all corners of the earth.
We are, in fact, caretakers of God’s mission, and we must take full ownership of our responsibilities. The plight of the perishing world should weigh heavily on our hearts, and we are called to address this challenge by reaching them with the transformative message of the Gospel.
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16 March, 2025
Ocupy till I come
He said, therefore, a certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. And he called his ten servants, delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. (Luke 19:12-13)
The Greek word transliterated as occupy is “pragmateunomai” which means to busy oneself with something; in other words, it is to get busy with a trade.
In one of His parables, Jesus spoke of a man who entrusted his money to his servants, instructing them to be productive until his return. Upon coming back, he called them to account for what they had done with the money. Those who managed to generate a profit were rewarded, while one servant who failed to use the funds lost it, as the master took it and gave it to the one who had more.
The Bible, particularly in 1 Corinthians 3:11-15, emphasizes that everyone who has accepted Christ is called to build upon the foundation He provides. There is a reward for those who create greater works in His name.
Every believer filled with the Spirit of God is charged with the mission to “occupy until Christ comes.” This highlights the significant work that lies ahead, especially concerning the kingdom of God. Children of God have the responsibility to actively engage in God’s work, and in doing so, they can expect to receive abundant rewards. It’s essential to recognize that these rewards aren’t only reserved for the afterlife; rather, they are a continual blessing that God bestows on us daily to help us grow and excel in His work.
As we engage more in God’s mission, He equips us with His gifts, enabling us to reach more souls for Him. It’s crucial to understand that fulfilling God’s work must align with our character. Unfortunately, many people believe that only a select few are chosen to share the Gospel and bring healing and deliverance. However, we have been called out of darkness to shine as light in the world (1 Peter 2:9).
Jesus expressed, “My meat is to do the work of my Father and to finish it,” reflecting His dedication to completing the tasks assigned to Him. As children of God, we should mirror this commitment and strive to spread the Gospel of life to all corners of the earth.
We are, in fact, caretakers of God’s mission, and we must take full ownership of our responsibilities. The plight of the perishing world should weigh heavily on our hearts, and we are called to address this challenge by reaching them with the transformative message of the Gospel.
