We may never have a Superbowl Ring, but WE CAN ALL RECEIVE A CROWN! - Part 1

Crowns of a Christian: We may never have a Superbowl Ring, but, WE CAN ALL RECEIVE A CROWN! - Part 1

I Corinthians 15:58, Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.

The success of our lives is determined by how well we see into eternity. The only way to see into eternity is through the Word of God. The better you see into eternity the better your life is going to be. Matthew 6:19-20, “Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal.” The greater thought is that whatever wealth we might accumulate is certainly subject to deterioration or theft. It is temporal.

We ought to invest our lives in heaven where time and effort laid up is secure forever. The work and service done for Jesus Christ today is invested in Heaven. Though God does not have a payday, as such, for service to Him now, when we get to Heaven there will be. Don’t be discouraged if it seems that no one notices your labors. One day God will give crowns of glory to those who love and serve Him. There will be a day in the future when all of our efforts, labors, and sacrifices made in service for God will be remembered, recognized, and rewarded. Whether anyone on this earth ever knows your name, you can be sure that God sees all that you have done and will greet you with the words, "Well done" (Matthew 25:21). Later tonight, one NFL team, the players and staff, will receive a ring in the Superbowl. We may never have a Superbowl Ring, however, WE CAN ALL RECEIVE A CROWN!

1. Incorruptible Crown (I Corinthians 9:24-27)
STRIVING: Endurance and patience in Christian life. Those who strive lawfully, or walk according to the Scriptures, in this life will receive this Crown.

2. Crown of Rejoicing (I Thessalonians 2:19)
SOULS: For winning souls. The individuals won to Christ will be this Crown that is offered before Christ at the judgment seat of Christ by the soul winner.

3. Crown of Righteousness (II Timothy 4:5-8; I John 3:2-3) SEEKING: Looking for HIS return. Love His appearing. Those who live in such a manner as to love for Christ to come will receive this Crown.

4. Crown of Life (James 1:12; Revelation 2:10)
SACRIFICE: Persecution and martyrdom. This Crown will be won by those who dare to go against the world, flesh and the Devil and do not yield to the power of temptations.

5. Crown of Glory (I Peter 5:2-3)
SHEPHERDS: Faithful pastors. This Crown will be won by those who study the word of God as a Pastor and feed the Church of whom the Holy Ghost has made them overseers.

Service for Christ now will be rewarded someday then in heaven.

• No thieves can ever steal that investment.
• No downturn or economic crash will ever affect it.
• There is no inflation or deterioration of those assets.
• And finally, there will be no taxes on it either.

Points to Ponder:
Without question, the best place to invest is in Heaven.
No earthly investment opportunity can ever match the yield God will pay for investing there.
If you lay up treasures here on earth, eventually you will lose them – you can’t carry them with you.

Questions to Consider:
If you knew of a sure investment [that was full-proof] sure to pay off; would you invest in it?
If someone you confided in knew of such a venture and never told you…wouldn’t you be disappointed in them?

Prayer, Father, it is a great joy, honor, and privilege that You allow me to do any kingdom work at all. Forgive me for taking this honor and turning it into a burden. Create in me an attitude, Lord, that is joyful to serve You as a humble servant should. I’m blessed to have any part in the amazing plan You have for Your people. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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