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The parable you are refering to is Luke 16:1-8 with additional teaching by Jesus on money in Luke 16:9-15.
The difficulty of this parable is that a dishonest manager is being commended for his dishonesty! It is confusing. Do not steal is one of the 10 commandments. How is this behavior being commended?
The key in understanding the parable is to know if the manager is acting on behalf of his master (The Rich Man) when he lowers the debt the creditors owe his master. Luke 16:3 indicated he was. The manager says this, "My master is taking away my job." Note the tense of the verb. The Rich Man did not fire him on the spot! He was in the period of time his master gave him to "give an account of your management" (Luke 16:2). The creditors were under the impression that the Rich Man was the one being generous with them and lowering the amount they owed him.
The shrewd manager was hoping the creditors would welcome him into their homes and give him hospitality if and when he lost his job and was in need. He was hoping the creditors would honor the messanger who gives them good news. Notice that it is the Master who commends the "dishonest" manager because he acted "shrewdly" (Luke 16:8). The Rich Man had two choices. Firstly, he could expose the dishonest manager for acting independently of his wishes and tell his creditors they still owed the full amount of their bills. If he does this he would appear selfish and greedy (even though it would be within his rights). Secondly, he could let the action of the manager stand and receive the praise given him by his creditors (and no doubt others within the community) for his generousity. He would learn from his mistake of letting the manager he was suspicious of act on his behalf. Next time he would fire someone on the spot.
Jesus follows up the parable with a challenge to those who follow him to be creative in their use of worldly wealth for eternal purposes! He contrasts "worldy wealth" with "true riches" (Luke 16:11). Jesus does not confuse the two. He concludes with the warning that no one can serve two masters. You cannot serve both God and Money at the same time. You can only have one master. If money is your master then God cannot be. If God is your master then you will use money to serve God. That is the point of this parable.
What else can I help you with?
What is the significance of the shrewd manager in the parable and how does it relate to the overall message of the story?
The shrewd manager in the parable represents the importance of using resources wisely and being clever in managing them. The overall message of the story is about being responsible and making good choices with what we have been given, as well as being prepared for the future.
Can you provide an explanation of the Parable of the Shrewd Manager and its significance in understanding biblical teachings on stewardship and wise decision-making?
The Parable of the Shrewd Manager is a story told by Jesus in the Bible about a manager who cleverly resolves a financial crisis by making friends with his master's debtors. The significance of this parable lies in its teachings on stewardship, emphasizing the importance of using resources wisely and responsibly. It also highlights the value of making strategic decisions and being shrewd in managing one's affairs. Overall, the parable encourages believers to be wise and faithful stewards of the resources entrusted to them.
Is shrewd a synonym for mean?
no
Can you give me a example of a sentence using the word Shrewd?
That is a very shrewd lady. Shrewd means filthy or harsh or mean or dirty. The young woman is very shrewd when shopping.
What does shrewd mean today?
studyisland - intelligent
How can you use shrewd in a sentence?
I had a mean old nagging shrew in my neighborhood. From. Jenna Cardone
What are some thought-provoking Luke 16 Bible study questions that can deepen our understanding of the parables and teachings found in this chapter?
Here are some thought-provoking Luke 16 Bible study questions to deepen understanding: How does the parable of the shrewd manager challenge our views on wealth and stewardship? What lessons can we learn from the contrast between the rich man and Lazarus in the parable of the rich man and Lazarus? How does the story of the rich man and Lazarus emphasize the importance of caring for the marginalized and needy? In what ways does the parable of the dishonest manager highlight the importance of using resources wisely and ethically? How can we apply the teachings in Luke 16 to our own lives and relationships with money and possessions?
What does the parable samaritan mEAN?
the parable of a good samaritan is teaching us to be kind to everyone,anyone
Sentence for shrewd?
He is as shrewd as snakesk
What is shrewd salesman?
shrewd saleman
How do you use the word shrewd in a sentence?
The boy was shrewd and copied the answers.
How do you spell shrewd?
That is the correct spelling of "shrewd" (canny, clever).
