This is a powerful prayer, rooted in one of Jesus’ most impactful parables. It is a request for faithfulness, increase, and the courage to use what God has entrusted to you for His glory.
Here is a poem and a guide on stewarding and multiplying your talents.
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Multiply My Talents
The master called his servants near, And gave to each,a gift, so clear. To one he gave a fortune vast, To one he gave a die to cast. “To each according to his ability.”(Matthew 25:15)
He did not ask for equal score, But faithfulness,and nothing more. To take the gift,however small, And on His name,to risk it all.
Two servants saw not just the coin, But in the trust,a sacred join. They went at once,they traded, fought, And with great gain,their master sought.
But one, in fear, hid deep the gold, A story tragically foretold. He saw the master as severe, And operated out of fear.
“Multiply my talents,” is my prayer, A sacred,bold, and trusting dare. Not for my glory,or my name, But to advance my Savior’s claim.
Take what I have—my time, my skill, My waking hours,my strength of will. My humble voice,my earthly wealth, My mind’s sharp thought,my body’s health.
I give it back to Your command, And place it in Your nail-scarred hand. Now show me how to invest it well, In heaven’s story,to truly tell.
Multiply it through my faith, Across the world,across the faith. Let it not sit,unused, alone, But let it from my hand be thrown Like seed into the fertile ground, Where hundredfold returns are found.
“Well done, good and faithful servant!” “You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things.”(Matthew 25:21)
This is the cry, the hope, the end, To hear the voice of God,my friend. Not“You were great,” or “You were best,” But“You were faithful in the test.”
So multiply my talents, Lord, According to Your will and word. Make me a river,not a pond, For the glory of God alone.
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How God Multiplies Talents:
The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) teaches us that God multiplies what we faithfully invest. Here’s how:
1. Acknowledge the Source: Every good gift—our abilities, resources, opportunities, and time—comes from God (James 1:17). They are "talents" entrusted to us; we are stewards, not owners.
2. Overcome Fear: The unfaithful servant was motivated by fear, which led to inaction. God multiplies courage, not caution born of misunderstanding His character.
3. Take Initiative ("He went at once and put his money to work" - v. 16): Multiplication requires action. Use what you have, right where you are. Start small, but start.
4. Be Faithful in the Little Things: God rewards faithfulness, not necessarily results. He is looking for those who are trustworthy with what they've been given first (Luke 16:10).
5. Invest in the Kingdom: The most significant multiplication happens when we use our talents for eternal purposes—sharing the gospel, serving others, encouraging the body of Christ, and caring for those in need.
6. Expect a Return: God honors faithful investment. Your influence, impact, and capacity for good will grow as you faithfully use what He has given you.
A Prayer for Multiplication:
“Heavenly Master,
You have entrusted me with unique talents, gifts, and resources. I acknowledge that everything I have is from You. Forgive me for the times I have hidden my talents out of fear, comparison, or laziness.
I bring them to You now. I dedicate my skills, my time, my finances, and my energy to Your service. Show me where to invest them. Give me courage to take faith-filled risks for Your kingdom.
Multiply my efforts for Your glory. Make me a faithful steward who hears those wonderful words: ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.’
I ask this in the name of Jesus, who entrusted us with the greatest treasure of all—the gospel. Amen.”
