“And that servant, which knew his lord’s will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes. But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.” Luke 12:47–48
The reward of your salvation is not merely in believing, but in continuously proclaiming the gospel and walking according to the Spirit of God. Salvation is both a gift and a calling—one that comes with divine responsibility.
This parable in Luke reminds us that greater knowledge brings greater accountability. Those who have received the Spirit of God are expected to bear more fruit than those who have not. As the popular saying goes, “To whom much is given, much is required.” Indeed, this is a kingdom principle. God has invested heaven’s best—His Spirit—into us, and He expects a return in the form of obedience, service, and fruitfulness. Romans 8:14 “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.”
Receiving the Holy Spirit is not a passive experience. It is a commissioning to live a life that reflects the nature, wisdom, and power of God. Our daily walk should mirror the truth that we are people who have received divine help, divine insight, and divine strength.
We must live each day with eternity in mind, as though it were the Day of Judgment. In doing so, we continually align ourselves with the will of the Father, and remain alert and faithful until Christ returns. Galatians 5:25 : “If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.”
Many believe in Jesus. Fewer receive His Spirit. And even fewer walk according to that Spirit. But the Spirit of God in us is the greatest investment Heaven has made on earth. It is a trust, a power, and a privilege. And it calls us to live lives worthy of that trust.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of salvation and the power of Your Holy Spirit within me. Help me to walk worthy of the calling I have received. Stir in me a desire to proclaim the gospel boldly and to live in alignment with Your will. May I never take lightly the responsibilities You’ve entrusted to me. Give me the grace to remain faithful, fruitful, and vigilant, so that I may stand before You without reproach on the Day of Judgment.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Related Bible Verse
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Matthew 25:29
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James 4:17
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John 15:8
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2 Corinthians 5:10
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To Whom Much Is Given
“And that servant, which knew his lord’s will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes. But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.” Luke 12:47–48
The reward of your salvation is not merely in believing, but in continuously proclaiming the gospel and walking according to the Spirit of God. Salvation is both a gift and a calling—one that comes with divine responsibility.
This parable in Luke reminds us that greater knowledge brings greater accountability. Those who have received the Spirit of God are expected to bear more fruit than those who have not. As the popular saying goes, “To whom much is given, much is required.” Indeed, this is a kingdom principle. God has invested heaven’s best—His Spirit—into us, and He expects a return in the form of obedience, service, and fruitfulness. Romans 8:14 “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.”
Receiving the Holy Spirit is not a passive experience. It is a commissioning to live a life that reflects the nature, wisdom, and power of God. Our daily walk should mirror the truth that we are people who have received divine help, divine insight, and divine strength.
We must live each day with eternity in mind, as though it were the Day of Judgment. In doing so, we continually align ourselves with the will of the Father, and remain alert and faithful until Christ returns. Galatians 5:25 : “If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.”
Many believe in Jesus. Fewer receive His Spirit. And even fewer walk according to that Spirit. But the Spirit of God in us is the greatest investment Heaven has made on earth. It is a trust, a power, and a privilege. And it calls us to live lives worthy of that trust.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of salvation and the power of Your Holy Spirit within me. Help me to walk worthy of the calling I have received. Stir in me a desire to proclaim the gospel boldly and to live in alignment with Your will. May I never take lightly the responsibilities You’ve entrusted to me. Give me the grace to remain faithful, fruitful, and vigilant, so that I may stand before You without reproach on the Day of Judgment.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Related Bible Verse
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Matthew 25:29
-
James 4:17
-
John 15:8
-
2 Corinthians 5:10
