WE ARE CARETAKERS!

1. Who Is A Caretaker? 

A caretaker is someone employed to look after, administer and

protect the property belonging to another.

 God is the sovereign Creator of all things – everything belongs to Him.  Most of us like to think our property belongs to us – that’s why we find it difficult (and even rebel at the idea) that we own nothing.  The Bible states in Job 1:21: Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return there.

2. What Are We To Take Care? 

The truth is our property, our time, our talents, our health, our

spouse, our children and even ourselves belong to God (We were bought at a price: 1 Corinthians 6:20, 7:23).  We are simply caretakers of all we possess.  We are employed by God to look after, administer and protect that which He has entrusted to our care. "Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord has made ruler over his household, to give

them meat in due season?" Anything we acquire in this life is simply on loan. 

Luk 19:12-13: "He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country, to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. And he called ten servants of his, and gave them ten pounds, and said unto them, Trade ye herewith till I come." 

3. How Well Are We Administering Those Things Given To Us? 

So, what sort of caretaker do we make? Do people and property

prosper under our care?  How are we using our God given time, health, talents and possessions?  If we suddenly lose them like Job, can we say: ‘The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.' Mat 24:45

4. What Is The Reward For Our Faithfulness? 

If we are a faithful caretaker of God’s possessions in this life, He has

promised in Matthew 25:21, 23:‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. 

 Mat 24:46-51: "Blessed is that servant, whom his lord when he comes shall find so doing. Truly I say to you, That he shall make him ruler over all his goods. 

A. REWARDS FOR THE OVERCOMERS

1. They will eat to the tree of life – Revelations 2:7
2. They will not partake in the second death - Rev 2:11
3. They will eat of the hidden manna and have a white stone with a new name written on it- Rev. 2:17.
4. They will have power over nations - Rev 2:26
5. They shall be clothed in white raiment - Rev 3:5a.
6. Their names will not be blotted out of the book of life - Rev. 3:5b
7. Jesus will confess them before God the Father and His angels - Rev 3:5c
8. They will be pillars in the temple of God and will bear Jesus name - Revelation 3:12.
9. They will seat with the Lord Jesus on His throne - Rev. 21:3.

B. SOME CROWNS FOR THE SAINTS

1. Crown of life for those who are faithful unto death - Rev. 2:10.
2. Crown of glory for elders/pastors who feed the flock – 1Peter 5:14
3. Crown of righteousness for those who fought the good fight and finished their course and kept the faith -2Timothy 4:7-8
4. Crown rejoicing for those who have suffered for Jesus and remain steadfast – 1Thes 2:19.
5. Incorruptible crown for those who are temperate in all things 1Cor 9:24-25.

C. OTHER TYPES OF REWARDS

1. Apart from crowns and leadership positions in His Kingdom as kings and priests, the believer will also be privileged to:
   
2. Reign with Christ - Romans 8:17-18.
3. Behold His face - Psalm 17:15, Revelations 22:4.
4. Inherit all things - Revelations 21:7
5. Shine as a star – Daniel 12:3.
6. Be a pillar in the temple of God – Revelations 3:12.
7. Have access to the tree of life – Revelations 22:1-5, Rev. 22:14

A faithful Caretaker is consistent with what has been placed in his

possession, shall be BLESSED and MADE TO RULE OVER MANY OTHER THINGS. 

5. What Is The Reward Of Unfaithfulness?

" ... But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delays his coming; And shall begin to smite his fellow servants, and to eat and drink with the drunken; The lord of that servant shall come in a day when he looks not for him, and in an hour that he is not aware of, And shall cut him asunder, and appoint him his portion with the hypocrites: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth." Mat 24:48-51

Prayers

1. Thank God for giving you grace to trade with the gifts or talents given according to your abilities.
2. Ask God to forgive you of any sin of making your giftings or talents dormant.
3. Ask God to make you his faithful friend, in prayers, Bible studies and other Christian commitments.
4. Pray that he will lead you daily to do his perfect will. 
5. Pray for divine Empowerment to do exploits for the kingdom of God. 

I pray for divine understanding and revelation to come upon your life in Jesus name.

God bless you in Jesus name 

Aps Tim Oluwajoba

CHRISTIAN SPIRITUAL TRAINER

A personal trainer is someone who teaches and motivates others for the purpose of their physical advancement.  A good trainer motivates their clients to exercise daily and develop good eating habits. They understand people have varying levels of fitness and ability so they tailor-make a routine for each individual.

When the client has transformed from FAT to FIT, friends often want to know who their personal trainer is so they too can benefit.

We seldom consider the role of the Holy Spirit (the third Person of the Trinity).  He is our ‘Personal-Spiritual-Trainer’.  He has full knowledge about us and knows exactly what we need to build spiritual muscle. He motivates us when we lack motivation. He persistently whispers in our ear (the still small voice of our conscience) and inspires us to push ourselves.  He encourages us to have a balanced spiritual diet (Biblical Truths) and discourages us from junk food (sin).   At times He allows difficult circumstances and frustrating people to enter our lives so we can build spiritual muscle (but has promised to never test us beyond what we can handle).  He also understands the need for rest and will organise pleasant circumstances and inspiring people to encourage us to new levels of maturity.  He is the Perfect Spiritual-Trainer and is at our call 24/7. 

But here’s the problem: trainers can only help those that come to them with a real desire to improve themselves. We would be wise to employ our Holy-Spiritual-Trainer; not only will we eternally benefit, but furthermore strong-healthy spiritual students always bring glory to their Trainer.

“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you.” John 14:26.

Have a Holy Spirit inspired day

Aps Tim. Oluwajoba