Kingdom Truths: The Parable of the Talents

Kingdom Truths: The Parable of the TalentsSpeaker: Pastor Alex ChanScripture: Matthew 25:14-30 (ESV) Context: Jesus uses this parable in response to his disciples asking about the Parousia, Jesus’ Second Coming. We are encouraged to live a life of constant readiness.___ACCOUNTABILITY:We will be held accountable for what has been entrusted to us (v19,21,23,26-30)What is our attitude towards our God-given responsibilities?• Eagerness, diligence, productiveness (v16)• Fear, laziness (v25,26) ___STEWARDSHIP:What have we been entrusted with?1. Foundationally, the GOSPEL (1 Cor 4:1-2)2. Individuality, diversity; spiritual gifts (1 Peter 4:10-11) 3. Our own race with its unique circumstances (Hebrews 12:1) Are we multiplying our Gospel & Kingdom Impact? (John 15)Jesus is concerned with our FAITHFULNESS. ___ Buried talents: Why do we live in fear? (Matthew 25:24-27)1. Wrong view of the master2. Self-interest/perseveration• No such thing as risk-free discipleship/stewardship• Risk is at the heart of following Christ (Matthew 10:39, Matthew 16:24-26) ___How do we live in joy? Jesus invites you to share in His Joy Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. - Hebrews 12:2 “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.” - Matthew 25:21