Luke 12:35-48

THE SON OF MAN WILL COME…

Keywords 12:40

You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him."

1. Be ready (35-40)

In his teaching, Jesus uses many action words like “be ready” “watch”, “wait”. In fact, in these few verses, Jesus tells his disciples to “be ready” three times. What does Jesus mean? Just as a servant can never tell when his master will return home, so we can never tell when Jesus will come again. Therefore, just as the servant should always be ready for his master’s return and ready to serve him, we, too, should watch and wait for Jesus’ return so that we will be ready when he comes. We don’t know when Jesus will return. Maybe it will be later this day. Be ready!



2. The faithful and wise manager (41-48)

Peter asked Jesus, “Does this apply just to us, or to everyone?” Our first question when faced with Jesus words should be, ”How can I apply them to my own life?” We can’t encourage others to live by the gospel if we ourselves don’t. We should be diligent in doing the work God gives us to do. We don’t know when He will return. If we are caught acting selfishly and wickedly, there will be trouble. We will be held accountable for what we do and what we are given.

Prayer Lord, help me to focus my heart and mind on you and what you give me to do. Help me to be a ready and wise servant every day.

One Word Be ready!