Our reading today, Luke 12:35-56, is all about being a faithful and wise servant. That is so great because I see women thriving as they serve others. The part I like is the sense of anticipation in verses 35-36 of the master's arrival. It is like an excitement to be properly prepared in every way for his knock. Of course, this is how we are to anticipate Jesus' presence in our lives.
The surprising thing is that the master turns the tables, puts on his apron, and has the servants sit down to eat. He then waits on these "blessed" faithful ones. I keep finding that to be the surprising thing about God. I get to thinking I am doing so much, and come to find out that it was really Him all the time that was working. It was absolutely all His doing. You got to love that kind of Master.
The surprising thing is that the master turns the tables, puts on his apron, and has the servants sit down to eat. He then waits on these "blessed" faithful ones. I keep finding that to be the surprising thing about God. I get to thinking I am doing so much, and come to find out that it was really Him all the time that was working. It was absolutely all His doing. You got to love that kind of Master.
Thank you again and again for your beautiful perspective on the Word. It is uplifting to read views other than mine. I tend to be a literalist and see only what is on the page. Your sweet words open my mind wider to God's bountiful blessings. Thank you.
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