Parable of the Talents

Jesus tells a great parable (earthly story with a heavenly meaning) that is recorded in Matthew 25: 14-30. It’s the parable of the talents. Differing amounts were given to different people, and differing results occurred. Our IPA leader Russ had us focus on two aspects related to our partnering efforts: ABILITY and ACCOUNTABILITY. Here’s what I’m mulling over.

My responsibility may not be to impact huge numbers, but to those closest to me.

Jesus told the servants who doubled their money that they were to share in his happiness. What makes Jesus happy? Making him famous was what someone shared.

Jesus also commended the servants for their faithfulness, not their successfulness. I’ll be measured on my faithfulness, though results may not always be seen. What does success look like? Our human measurements are not the same as Jesus’.