2015 MAY WEEK TWO LESSON

SUNDAY MORNING, MAY 10, 2015.

WEEK 19

RESPONSIBILITIES OF STEWARDS

Main text: Matt 25:1-13

Memory verse: Acts 9:5-6 “Who are you Lord? Saul asked. “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” he replied. Now get up and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do”.

Introduction

When a steward is given a responsibility, he/she is expected to perform certain duties or assignments. Our memory verse today exposes Saul’s request for direction from the Lord whom he encountered. He first of all asked of who the Lord is and was later directed as to what to do next. Many stewards are unaware of their responsibilities. They do as they please. Some stewards do not study the times hence become inefficient.

Today’s study looks at some lessons that can be gleaned from the parable of the 10 virgins for stewards.

Discussion questions

1. What was the difference between the wise and foolish virgins? Matt 25:2-3

2. Why did the virgins sleep? Matt 25:5

3. At what time did the bridegroom appear? Matt 25:6

4. Why did the foolish virgins request for oil? Matt 25:8

5. When did the groom arrive? Matt 25:10

6. What happened to the foolish virgins? Matt 25:11-13

Conclusion

The foolish virgins were denied access to the wedding. We must know that they were also virgins, who took their lamps. However, they forgot to take oil for the journey. This shows a weakness that many stewards have. They may have the talent, be given the opportunity to use such talents but, lack the steam to be efficient. Below are few responsibilities of a good steward.

a. He must know his master (John 14:23-24)

b. He must be a leader

c. He must know the times (Luke 12:54-56)

d. He must know the generation and culture (The men of Issachar)

It is required of stewards to be more responsible towards their calling. It will be disastrous to be a steward and miss the mark. Stewards must therefore be responsible for whatever has been entrusted to them.

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