ARE YOU DOING GOD’S WORK?

In Mark 13:32–37, Jesus gives a powerful warning and a calling to responsibility:

“But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that time will come.” (Mark 13:32–33, NIV)

Jesus compares His return to a man going on a journey, who leaves his house under the care of his servants, assigning each one a specific task. He especially commands the gatekeeper to keep watch. The message is clear: though Jesus has gone to the Father, He will return—and when He does, He expects to find us faithfully doing the work He gave us.

The “house” in this parable symbolizes God’s household, which is the Church. However, the Church is not a building—it is the people of God. According to Colossians 1:13, believers are those who have been “rescued from the dominion of darkness and brought into the kingdom of the Son he loves.” We are called out of sin and into a relationship with Christ, and that makes us members of His household (Ephesians 2:19–22).

When Jesus says the master assigned “each one their work” (Mark 13:34), He is telling us that every believer has a role in His kingdom. God never calls anyone to be idle. Just as in a family or workplace, everyone has a function, and each task matters.

“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us…” (Romans 12:6)

Whether your role is preaching, praying, cleaning, teaching, encouraging, guarding, or giving—your faithfulness matters to God. If your job is to maintain cleanliness in God’s house, do it with joy and consistency. If your job is to protect and watch, be spiritually alert.

We must remember that spiritual gifts are not for our personal glory. A security guard is not given a uniform and a weapon to show off, but to protect. Similarly, God does not give us gifts—whether it’s prophecy, teaching, or a voice for singing—to make us proud or superior. They are given so we can serve one another in love (1 Peter 4:10).

“Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.” (1 Corinthians 12:7)

So if God gave you a good singing voice, it wasn’t to elevate you over others or make you popular. It’s so you can lead people to worship, repentance, and deeper relationship with God. When you sing, others are edified, and God is glorified. That’s the purpose of your gift.

Jesus expects to return and find us using our gifts faithfully:

“It’s like a man going away: he leaves his house and puts his servants in charge, each with their assigned task…” (Mark 13:34)

This means we are being tested in our faithfulness. God is watching how we use what He’s given us. Our time, energy, talents, and opportunities—all of these are part of the work He has entrusted to us.

Jesus also reminds us that He is coming soon—and He’s bringing rewards with Him:

“Look, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to each person according to what they have done.” (Revelation 22:12)

This is not the time to be careless with our calling or waste the grace we’ve received. The time is short, and the work is urgent. It’s not a time to say “I’ll repent tomorrow,” or “I’ll serve God later.” The right time is now (2 Corinthians 6:2).

And if you haven’t given your life to Jesus yet, you can’t serve in His kingdom. You can’t work for a company you haven’t joined. When you surrender to Christ, you are spiritually “hired” into His kingdom—adopted into His family (John 1:12). The Holy Spirit will then guide you into your purpose and give you gifts to serve.

If you’re ready to give your life to Jesus, don’t wait. Repent sincerely, turn away from your sins, and receive Jesus as Lord and Savior. If you need help with this step, reach out—we are ready to walk with you.

If you’re already saved but you’re unsure of your gift or calling, we can also help you discover what grace God has placed in your life.

Finally, remember Jesus’ words in Luke 9:23: