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This motet is ideal for services honouring saints, particularly those commemorated during the time of the Apostles or the Feast of All Saints. The text, taken from the Gospel of Matthew, portrays Christ commending a faithful servant with the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant; because you have been faithful over few things, I will make you ruler over many things: enter into the joy of your Lord." Jacob Handl's SSATTB setting imbues this Gospel passage with a rich, polyphonic texture. The intricate vocal lines weave together to create a moving expression of divine reward and eternal rejoicing. Its substantial scoring offers ample opportunity for expressive dynamic shaping and precise articulation, making it a rewarding choice for a choir seeking to explore Renaissance sacred repertoire.