Text: Matthew 25:14-30

14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods.   15 And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one;  to every man according to his several ability;  and straightway took his journey.   16 Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.   17 And likewise he that had received two, he also gained other two.   18 But he that had received one went and digged in the earth, and hid his lord's money.   19 After a long time the lord of those servants cometh, and reckoneth with them.   20 And so he that had received five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents:  behold, I have gained beside them five talents more.   21 His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant:  thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things:  enter thou into the joy of thy lord.   22 He also that had received two talents came and said, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me two talents:  behold, I have gained two other talents beside them.   23 His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant;  thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things:  enter thou into the joy of thy lord.   24 Then he which had received the one talent came and said, Lord, I knew thee that thou art an hard man, reaping where thou hast not sown, and gathering where thou hast not strawed:  25 And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in the earth:  lo, there thou hast that is thine.   26 His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed:  27 Thou oughtest therefore to have put my money to the exchangers, and then at my coming I should have received mine own with usury.   28 Take therefore the talent from him, and give it unto him which hath ten talents.   29 For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance:  but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.   30 And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness:  there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.  

Sunday 2^nd February 2025

ADMINISTRATORS ARE EXCELLENT DELEGATORS

 Text: Matthew 25:14-30 

Memory verse: Luke 12:42

"And the Lord said, Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of meat in due season?"

 43 Blessed is that servant, whom his lord when he cometh shall find so doing. 44 Of a truth I say unto you, that he will make him ruler over all that he hath.

In management, delegation is the act of assigning tasks to team members in a department or project team. Often, these are tasks that the manager might have performed when the team was smaller or had fewer obligations. They seem to sense who would handle a project well and don’t mind calling people and recruiting volunteers for projects they believe in. Depending on their personalities or leadership styles, administrators tend to settle toward either people or programs. Extroverted administrators thrive when working with people. They appoint leadership teams, organize volunteers, and recruit those who need a little push to get involved. Introverted administrators may feel more comfortable behind the scenes, planning events and organizing calendars that benefit the whole church. They are more project-oriented while extroverted administrators are more relational.

Many pastors of mega-churches have the gift of administration. Their ability to lead and inspire others to lead is one reason their churches grew so large. However, a danger for pastors with this gift is that it is easy for them to slip into a competitive mindset when they see exploding church numbers. Those with the gift of administration must never forget that the church is not a profit business. It is a ministry that must operate through the power of the Holy Spirit to accomplish what God wants. Administrators may be prone to adopting business strategies that they see working in other arenas. They may appear successful while operating in the flesh Romans 8:8.

The spiritual gift of administration is an asset to the church. God wants each of His children to discover and develop the gift He has given to us. As we engage in ministries that utilize those gifts, we are bringing honour and credit to the Lord who gave them.

CGDS Hymn 96: By Apostle James Abache

GUIDE US, LORD, IN SERVICE TRUE

1. Guide us, Lord, in service true,
As we lead and follow You,
In Your wisdom, we shall grow,
And Your love, we’ll always show.
With our hands, we’ll serve Your grace,
And in our hearts, Your love embrace,
For the church, Your work we’ll do,
In the strength You give anew.

Refrain:
Guide us, Lord, in every plan,
As we seek to follow Your command,
In leadership, we humbly stand,
Empowered by Your holy hand.
With wisdom, love, and unity,
We’ll serve Your church in harmony,
Guide us, Lord, in service true,
And lead us ever close to You.

2. In the tasks we’re called to bear,
Let us always seek Your care,
To shepherd hearts with gentle grace,
And lead with truth in every place.
May our words be filled with light,
Bringing hope and strength to fight,
For the kingdom’s work is near,
And in You, we have no fear.

3. As stewards of the gifts You give,
In Your truth, we long to live,
With each decision, prayer, and deed,
Let us follow Your true lead.
For the church is not our own,
But a place where You are shown,
Through each leader, every heart,
In Your love, we take our part.

 Prayers 

1.  Lord Jesus, grant me wisdom and faithfulness in stewarding the tasks You have entrusted, that I may fulfil Your will in season.

2.  Father, help me serve diligently, with a heart for Your people, so that when You return, I am found faithful in Jesus’ name. Amen.

3.  Pray for others in this regards.