The Talents

“The Talents”Read the TextMatthew 25:14–30Observation• What responsibilities are given to each servant?• How do the servants respond differently?• What motivates the third servant’s behavior?• How does the master evaluate faithfulness?Interpretation & Discussion• What does this parable teach about stewardship?• Why is fear such a major theme in the third servant’s response?• How does faithfulness differ from comparison or success?• What resources or opportunities has God entrusted to His people?Application• What gifts, opportunities, or responsibilities has God given you?• Where has fear kept you from faithfulness?• What would it look like to serve boldly with what God has entrusted to you?PrayerAsk God for courage and faithfulness.