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Small Talents Have Value and Can Increase, March 19
The words of the wise are like goads, and the words of scholars are like
well-driven nails, given by one Shepherd.
Ecclesiastes 12:11
, NKJV
Let business men or women do business in a way that will glorify their Master
because of their fidelity. Let them carry their religion into everything that is done
and reveal to others the Spirit of Christ. Let the mechanic be a diligent and faithful
representative of Him who toiled in the lowly walks of life in the cities of Judea.
Let everyone who names the name of Christ so work, that others by seeing their
good works may be led to glorify their Creator and Redeemer. “Whatsoever ye do,
do it heartily, as to the Lord.” Let the upbuilding of the kingdom of Christ be your
constant thought, and let every effort be directed toward this one end.
Those who have been blessed with superior talents should not depreciate the
value of the services of those who are less gifted than themselves. The smallest
trust is a trust from God. The one talent, through diligent use with the blessing of
God, will be doubled, and the two used in the service of Christ will be increased
to four; and thus the humblest instrument may grow in power and usefulness. The
earnest purpose, the self-denying efforts, are all seen, appreciated, and accepted by
the God of heaven. “Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones.” God
alone can estimate the worth of their service, and see the far-reaching influence of
those who work for the glory of their Maker.
We are to make the very best use of our opportunities, and to study to show our-
selves approved unto God. God will accept our best efforts; but let no one imagine
He will be pleased with ignorance and inability when, with proper improvement
of privileges bestowed, a better service might be supplied. We are not to despise
the day of small things; but by a diligent care and perseverance, we are to make
the small opportunities and talents minister to our advancement in divine life, and
hasten us on to a more intelligent and better service.—
The Review and Herald,
May 1, 1888
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