The words I want to hear from my Master on that day of reckoning are: "Well done, good and faithful servant." I desire with all my heart to hear them. Those words hold the key to the expectations of my Master. First, he expects me to be excellent in all I do for the kingdom (Well done). Many a times, I develop an attitude that is less than excellent. I become complacent within my own mediocrity. The best is for the Lord. What do I settle for less than the best?
My Master wants me to be a "good" servant. I realize that I am a sinner and there is no goodness in me, but the goodness he wants refers to my character. My Master wants me to be a servant with character. One that lives a life that honors him in every way. I can't be a servant that lives a rotten life and expect my Master to be pleased. I must pursue all that is morally upright. I must dwell on all that is clean and pure and holy. I must live a life that glorifies the goodness of my Master.
Finally, my Master wants me to be "faithful." Faithfulness is to be loyal, constant, and steadfast. How easy it is for me to fix my eyes on other things that tug on my attention and are contrary to the will of my Lord. I must fix my eyes on Jesus only. I can't be wavering all the time about my commitments, but my Master expects me to be consistent in those commitments day after day. In fact, he wants me to be steadfast; to overcome all obstacles along the way that want to deter me from my loyalty and my duties.
Lord, help me be a good and faithful servant. May I please you with my excellent service every day. Instill in me the desire to do my best to serve you with what you have given me. May I pursue your kingdom and your righteousness every day of my life.
