Learning From the Parable of the Unprofitable Servant (Luke 17:7-10)

In Luke 17:7-10 Jesus preached The Parable of the Unprofitable Servant. When we think of all Christ has done for us, our response should be, “We are unworthy servants. We have only done our duty.”

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00:00 The Parable of the Unprofitable Servant
17:13 Lesson One: The parable of the unprofitable servant teaches us we (Part One) always have more work to do for the Master (Luke 17:7-8).
22:15 Lesson One: The parable of the unprofitable servant teaches us we (Part Two) should prefer the Master to ourselves (Luke 17:8-9).
29:55 Lesson One: The parable of the unprofitable servant teaches us we (Part Three) have never went above and beyond (Luke 17:10 cf. Matthew 19:27).
44:01 Lesson Two: The Master will serve those who faithfully served Him (Luke 12:35-37 cf. John 13:4-6).

Family Worship Guide
Directions: Read the following verses and then answer the questions:

Day 1: Luke 17:7-9—Can you think of some examples of what Pastor Scott said about being busy helping us heal physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually? Perhaps you have seen this in your own life or someone else’s? What is the danger, or temptation, we face when actively serving the Lord, and why do we face it?

Day 2: Luke 17:7-10, Matthew 19:27—Why didn’t the master tell the servant to come in and sit down and relax after working so hard? What application does this have for us? What might people be tempted to think after serving the Lord faithfully for decades and why? Have we ever went above and beyond in our relationships with the Lord? Why or why not?

Day 3: Luke 12:35-37 cf. John 13:4-6—Describe the relationship between the verses in Luke 12 and Luke 17. Did they conflict with each other or complement each other, and how so? Which verses describe this life and which verses describe the next life? How do both sets of verses encourage us in our service to the Lord?

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