Monday, May 10, 2010

Ten Minas

Luke 19:26 "He replied, 'I tell you that to everyone who has, more will be given, but as for the one who has nothing, even what he has will be taken away.'"

Jesus just told the parable of the Ten Minas.  Basically, the master has given three guys different amounts of money to see how they would spend/invest/save it.  He gives more to the ones who invested their money, and he takes away from the man who did nothing with his.

Honestly, this verse on it's own does not sound like the kind of thing Jesus would normally say.  The point is that those of us who have been blessed better do something with what God has given us.  I too often squander and waste what God has given me including my time, money, talents, and energy.  God does want us to be productive and do something.  He wants his kingdom to increase and I need to be a part of that today.

Dear Jesus help me use what you have given me today wisely and for you.  Amen.

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