Adult:

Matthew 25:13 (KJV)

“Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.”

YAYA:

Galatians 6:10 (NKJV)

“Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.”

Adult Bible Passage: Matthew 25:13–30

YAYA Bible Passage: Luke 5:27–32

Adult Bible Passage:

📖 Matthew 25:13–30 — The Parable of the Talents

This passage reveals God’s expectation that believers actively use and multiply the resources entrusted to them, rather than neglect or bury them.

From the passage we learn:

• God entrusts resources (talents) to His servants according to their ability (v14–15)

• Faithful servants traded and multiplied what they received (v16–17)

• The master commended the faithful servant:

  • “Well done, thou good and faithful servant” (v21)

  • “Thou hast been faithful over a few things” (v21)

  • “I will make thee ruler over many things” (v21)

• The unfaithful servant hid his talent out of fear (v25)

• The talent was taken from him and given to another (v28)

• The unprofitable servant was cast into outer darkness (v30)

🔎 Reflection: Am I actively investing what God has entrusted to me or neglecting it?

In our previous lesson, we discovered that "the pound" in Jesus' parables (Luke 19:11-27) describes the heavenly resources entrusted to God's children for kingdom business. God knows our abilities and distributes resources accordingly (Matthew 25: 14-15).

🔥 A. KEEPING THE “POUND”

To “keep the pound” means to bury or refuse to use one’s God-given resources

Reasons people keep their “pound”:

1️⃣ Fear (Luke 19:20–21)
Fear prevents people from taking action

2️⃣ Negativity (Numbers 13:31–33)
Focus on failure instead of possibility

3️⃣ Reluctance to take risks (Jonah 1:1–3)
Avoiding responsibility and divine assignment

👉 Some storms may even arise as God’s way of drawing attention to neglected gifts

👉 The consequence of inaction is grave (Luke 19:24)

🌍 B. INVESTING THE “POUND”

To invest the pound means to engage in kingdom business and produce results (1 Corinthians 12:7)

Ways to invest effectively:

1️⃣ Determination (Ezra 7:10; Genesis 11:4–6)
2️⃣ Diligence (Proverbs 22:29; Proverbs 6:6–11)
3️⃣ Focus on divine assignment (Hebrews 12:1–2)
4️⃣ Reinvest profits (discipleship) (Matthew 28:19; 2 Timothy 2:2)
5️⃣ Patience and endurance (Luke 8:15; Romans 8:17–18)
6️⃣ Prayer for growth (Colossians 1:9–13)
7️⃣ Support kingdom work and outreach (Mark 10:21; Philippians 4:15–16)

👉 The time to invest is now—Christ will reward every believer (Revelation 22:12)

Evangelism refers to the art of preaching the gospel. It is from the Greek word evangelion which means gospelling. Evangelism is about sharing/spreading the gospel message of Jesus Christ and encouraging others to accept Him as their Lord and Saviour. One of the methods of sharing the message is the Welfare Evangelism.

📘 A. Welfare Evangelism Explained

Welfare evangelism is sharing the Gospel through acts of kindness and provision, reaching people in practical ways.

It includes:

• financial support

• food and care

• health assistance

• social responsibility initiatives

Forms include:

• orphanage evangelism

• hospital evangelism

• prison outreach

• community service

👉 God’s kindness leads people to repentance (Romans 2:4)

👉 Jesus’ ministry was rooted in compassion (Matthew 14:14)

👑 B. Benefits of Welfare Evangelism

1️⃣ Attracts and retains people through love (John 6:23–27)
2️⃣ Softens hearts and opens doors for the Gospel (Proverbs 18:16)
3️⃣ Waters previously sown seeds (1 Corinthians 3:6; Matthew 15:32)
4️⃣ Helps believers overcome fear in evangelism (Romans 12:10)
5️⃣ Demonstrates God’s care and draws people to Him (Acts 2:44–47)

👉 Even simple acts—like sharing food or water—can become powerful evangelistic tools

How Both Classes Connect

Adult Class → Faithful stewardship (using the “pound”)

YAYA Class → Compassionate outreach (welfare evangelism)

Together they reveal:

👉 Kingdom growth requires both productivity and compassion.

Key Connections:

• Investing your “pound” includes winning souls

• Welfare evangelism is a practical way to multiply kingdom impact

• God expects both results and relationships

Living a Life of Kingdom Impact

God desires believers who:

• use their gifts

• serve others

• demonstrate love through action

📖 James 2:17 — Faith without works is dead

🔎 Ask Yourself:

• Am I using what God has given me?

• Am I investing in kingdom growth?

• Do I show God’s love practically to others?

• Who can I reach through acts of kindness this week?

👉 A true kingdom believer is both productive and compassionate

🏆 COMPETITION PREPARATION

Focus on:

✔ Meaning of “occupy till I come”
✔ Reasons people keep their “pound”
✔ Ways to invest the “pound”
✔ Meaning and forms of welfare evangelism
✔ Benefits of welfare evangelism

Be able to explain:

✔ Why believers must be productive in the kingdom
✔ How kindness can lead to salvation

📖 Matthew 25:21 (KJV)
“Well done, thou good and faithful servant…”

👉 Adult and Yaya Weekly Homework

👉 Adult and Yaya Mock Quiz

Father, thank You for entrusting us with gifts and opportunities. Help us to use them faithfully and to show Your love through our actions. Let our lives produce lasting kingdom impact. In Jesus’ name, Amen.