Lesson 4391

 (Lesson 4391)(02-09-24) Luke 12:41-48 

“Then Peter said unto him, Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even to all? 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? Blessed is that servant, whom his lord when he cometh shall find so doing. Of a truth I say unto you, that he will make him ruler over all that he hath. But and if that servant say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming; and shall begin to beat the menservants and maidens, and to eat and drink, and to be drunken; The lord of that servant will come in a day when he looketh not for him, and at an hour when he is not aware, and will cut him in sunder, and will appoint him his portion with the unbelievers. 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.” 

 

Today’s quote features Jesus responding to Peter's question about whether His teachings are for just His disciples or for everyone. Jesus offered the parable of the faithful and wise manager who was appointed by his master. Jesus told of the blessedness of servants found vigilant upon the master's return contrasted with punishment for those who had neglected their duties by indulging in excesses, and mistreating others. The passage concludes with the principle that greater knowledge brings greater responsibility. Servants who are aware of their master's will yet fail to prepare or act accordingly will face severe consequences, emphasizing accountability in stewardship and readiness for Jesus' return.~