Accountability means we are answerable to others, and we should accept this responsibility as a gift from God.

1. A Call to
Accountability
Matthew 25:14-30

2. 14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man
travelling into a far country, who called his
own servants, and delivered unto them his
goods.
15 And unto one he gave five talents, to
another two, and to another one; to every
man according to his several ability; and
straightway took his journey.

3. 16 Then he that had received the five
talents went and traded with the
same, and made them other five
talents.
17 Andlikewise he that had received
two, he also gained other two.

4. 18 Buthe that had received one
went and digged in the earth, and
hid his lord's money.
19 After
a long time the lord of
those servants cometh, and
reckoneth with them.

5. 20 And so he that had received five talents came
and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou
deliveredst unto me five talents: behold, I have
gained beside them five talents more.
21 Hislord said unto him, Well done, thou good and
faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few
things, I will make thee ruler over many things:
enter thou into the joy of thy lord.

6. 22 Healso that had received two talents came
and said, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me two
talents: behold, I have gained two other
talents beside them.
23 Hislord said unto him, Well done, good
and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful
over a few things, I will make thee ruler over
many things: enter thou into the joy of thy

7. 24 Thenhe which had received the one talent came
and said, Lord, I knew thee that thou art an hard
man, reaping where thou hast not sown, and
gathering where thou hast not strawed:
25 And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in
the earth: lo, there thou hast that is thine.

8. 26 Hislord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and
slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed
not, and gather where I have not strawed:
27 Thououghtest therefore to have put my money to the
exchangers, and then at my coming I should have
received mine own with usury.
28 Take
therefore the talent from him, and give it unto him
which hath ten talents.

9. 29 Forunto every one that hath shall be given,
and he shall have abundance: but from him
that hath not shall be taken away even that
which he hath.
30 And cast ye the unprofitable servant into
outer darkness: there shall be weeping and
gnashing of teeth

10. I. Introduction
• We all love the freedoms enumerated and protected by our
Constitution and should be grateful for the liberties we have as
Filipinos
• However, along with our wonderful rights come important
responsibilities. As believers, we are accountable to God not only
for the course of this country, but for the path we take in our
lives.
• Therefore, we must live in a manner that not only glorifies the
Father and edifies others but also preserves and protects the
sacred values we hold dear.

11. II. Our liberty in Christ does not give us the
right to indulge in sin
A. Parents should talk daily to their children about the things of the Lord
Deut. 6:7 And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and
shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by
the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.
B. Though our sins have been forgiven, we will still face
consequences for the choices we make (Matt. 25:14-30). This can
be seen vividly through Jesus' parable of the talents. The Lord gives
us gifts, skills, resources, and talents, and we are responsible to use them in
ways that honor Him. If we fail to do so, we forfeit our rewards in heaven

12. III. What is accountability?
• Accountability means we are answerable to
others, and we should accept this
responsibility as a gift from God.
• Not only does it provide a system of checks
and balances that protect us from harm, but it
also gives us unique opportunities to share our
lives with others and encourage them.

13. IV. What biblical examples do we have concerning
accountability?
A. Adam and Eve—Genesis 3:8-19
B. Samuel and Saul—1 Samuel 13:8-14
C. Nathan and David—2 Samuel 12:1-14
D. Jesus and Peter—Matthew 16:21-23

14. V. Why is accountability important for our lives?
A. Knowing that someone will ask about our conduct
motivates us to do our best and encourages us to be good
stewards of our time, talents, and resources.
B. When we're answerable to others, we are positioned for
promotion. As those in authority review our work, they
realize our potential.
C. Accountability inspires and protects us and those we're
closest to, which makes our relationships even stronger.

15. D. We must regularly face the truth about our
attitudes and actions, and examine whether we are
staying in the center of God's will.
E. Being responsible to the Lord and others
challenges us to maintain high standards, godly
convictions, a transparent heart, and a trustworthy
character

16. VI. Why do people resist accountability?
A. Rebelliousness
B. Slothfulness
C. Fear of loss
D. Untrustworthiness
E. Pride

17. VII. What happens without accountability?
A. We cannot do our best.
B. Our resources may be wasted.
C. Spiritual growth will be hampered.
D. There will be divisions in our most important relationships.
E. We will miss opportunities, privileges, promotions, and rewards.
F. Others may feel free to take advantage of us.

18. VIII. Conclusion
• Accountability is absolutely necessary in every aspect of our life, starting
with relationships in our family and among fellow believers.
• However, we must also hold others in society responsible for what they do,
whether they are in the church, the schools, or the government.
• These are serious days for our nation and world, and as believers, we are
charged with defending the faith and proclaiming the gospel of salvation—
the only true path to freedom from sin and death. We know the truth, so we
cannot keep silent about it.
• Rather, we're accountable to declare the truth as passionately, effectively,
and fearlessly as we can.