Title: The Secret Place Where God Rewards You: Discovering the Power of Hidden Obedience

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 Introduction

In Matthew 6:6, Jesus reveals a profound truth: "Your Father is in secret, and He sees what is done in secret." This verse unlocks a spiritual principle—God operates in the unseen, and His greatest rewards come from what we do when no one is watching. But what does this mean for us today? How can we cultivate a secret life with God that leads to public blessing?  


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1. The Mystery of the Secret Place

Jesus emphasized that prayer, giving, and worship are most powerful when done in hiddenness:  

- "When you pray, go into your room, close the door…" (Matthew 6:6)  

- "When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing…" (Matthew 6:3)  


Why?

- God values authenticity over performance.  

- The secret place is where true intimacy grows.  

- Satan can’t sabotage what he doesn’t see (Job 1:10).  



2. What Are You Showing God in Secret? 

Every believer has a "hidden ledger" where God records:  

- Secret Prayers: Those midnight tears, desperate pleas, or silent worship.  

- Secret Sacrifices: Helping others anonymously, tithing quietly, or forgiving without credit.  

- Secret Battles: Choosing purity, resisting temptation, or loving difficult people.  


Scripture Spotlight:  

> "Your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you openly." (Matthew 6:4, NKJV)  



3. The Law of Hidden Multiplication

God’s economy works backward:  

- Small + Secret = Great + Public

  - David’s private worship (Psalms) → Public throne (Israel)  

  - Daniel’s secret prayers → Political influence (Daniel 6)  

  - The widow’s hidden offering → Jesus’ spotlight (Mark 12:43)  


Warning: Don’t "fake" secrecy for rewards. God discerns motives (Hebrews 4:13).  



4. How to Cultivate a Secret Life with God

1. Designate a "Secret Place": A physical spot (closet, corner) for daily prayer.  

2. Fast from Applause: Do one act of kindness without telling anyone.  

3. Journal God’s Promises: Record what He speaks in private (Habakkuk 2:2).  



5. The Coming Reward

God’s rewards aren’t always material—they’re greater:  

- Divine Confidence: "Then your light will break forth like the dawn…" (Isaiah 58:8)  

- Unexpected Favor: "…And your Father will reward you." (Matthew 6:6)  

- Eternal Impact: "Store up treasures in heaven…" (Matthew 6:20)  



Conclusion: 

Your Secret = Your Superpower

The world celebrates visibility, but God crowns faithfulness in the dark. What’s hidden today will be revealed tomorrow—not for your glory, but His.  


Challenge: 

This week, do ONE thing solely for God’s eyes. Watch how He responds.  


> "For nothing is hidden that will not be made manifest, nor anything secret that will not be known and come to light." (Luke 8:17)  


Discussion Questions:  

1. What’s the hardest part about serving God in secret?  

2. Share a time when God rewarded your "hidden" obedience.  



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