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Jesus sends believers into a hostile world like sheep among wolves, but He provides a strategy for navigating opposition. Christians must learn to hear God's voice through Scripture, prayer, and godly counsel to understand their divine calling. The key is balancing shrewdness and innocence—being wise and strategic while maintaining purity and integrity. Shrewdness without innocence becomes cunning, while innocence without shrewdness becomes naivety. This balance helps believers identify genuine threats while keeping their hearts pure. The ultimate goal isn't just survival but transformation, as the gospel has power to turn wolves into sheep through faithful Christian witness.

Bruce Wydick is an economist, professor, and author of Shrewd Samaritan: Faith, Economics, and the Road to Loving Our Global Neighbor. As his faith deepened throughout his college career, Bruce developed an unexpected passion for economic development and the role of the Church. The more he researched, the more he realized a great need for Christian NGOs to be able to measure the impact they're having on the people they've been called to help.   Bruce helped start the Collaborative for Econometrics and Integrated Development Studies (CEIDS), which has grown into a network of more than 100 development economists, public health experts, and other related fields from all around the world. Together, they work to support the relief and development arms of Christ's global Church by helping Christian NGOs develop tools and built-in programs so that they and their donors can know where, how, and why they're truly being effective.   Bruce brings a rare blend of heartfelt, Spirit-led generosity and a data-driven focus on high impact giving to help followers of Jesus love our neighbors with wisdom by investing resources in ways that truly change lives for the Kingdom. Bruce shares stories from his research and his own journey of faith, emphasizing that generosity isn't just about good intentions but about stewarding God's gifts so that they bear lasting fruit.   Major Topics Include: Blending faith and economic development  The Story of Mayan Partners in Guatemala The biblical picture of human flourishing The challenge of impact measurement for Christian NGOs Making informed, Spirit-led giving decisions Stages of a heart-progression on world problems: The Six i's—ignorance, indifference, idealism, investigation, introspection, impact Developing an identity with those you're called to serve Understanding poverty traps as a giver Measuring impact through randomized control trials and quasi-experimental designs How givers can use AI to research the most impactful interventions Examples of the most effective and ineffective interventions QUOTES TO REMEMBER “The Kingdom works the opposite of the way that economics says the world should work.” “We should not only be good Samaritans, but shrewd Samaritans, that we actively think about what we do, as well as we pray and feel led by the heart.” “The poor are important enough to Christ that we owe them an informed decision on how we give and not just a feeling-based decision.” “What is the role that God has placed me in?” “It's not about one person saving the world. It's about one person listening to God and His calling on our lives to serve where He wants us to serve.” “If we understand where there's a need and then see where our gifting lines up with that need, God will bring about His biblically-based human flourishing in that intersection.” “Providing cash is almost always better than providing stuff.” “The earlier you intervene in a child's life, the more impactful it is.” LINKS FROM THE SHOW Shrewd Samaritan by Bruce Wydick Collaborative for Econometrics and Integrated Development Studies (CEIDS) Social Impact Analytics Course at University of San Francisco Compassion International Children of the Nations International Care Ministries Mayan Partners Hope Walks The Finish Line Community Facebook Group The Finish Line Community LinkedIn Group WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you have a thought about something you heard, or a story to share, please reach out! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can also contact us directly from our contact page. If you want to engage with the Finish Line Community, check out our groups on Facebookand LinkedIn.

We've said that Jesus designed his parables to tease us into active thought. That often means looking for the surprise in the story. This week it is right on the surface. Jesus gives the example of a dishonest manager who is wasting his owner's possessions, but the owner finds out. And once the manager realizes he is about to be fired, he uses the remaining time to cut deals with clients. It's the sort of thing we might label as exploitation or at least deception. It seems very unethical. But here comes the surprise: Jesus uses it as a positive example to challenge his followers. Certainly Jesus is not encouraging dishonesty, so what is he commending? What might it look like for 'sons of light' to be so calculating with God's resources? Let's talk about "The Taming of the Shrewd" Luke 16:1-12

This Is Us V : Shrewd Bible Students 10/05/25 by Kenilworth Union Church

A Recorded Sermon from Bro Brett Cottrell -- September 28, 2025

In Fr. Maximo's homily this week, he repeats Jesus' words asking us to have the shrewdness of the children of this world, while at the same time the integrity of the Children of Light. "Be shrewd as serpents and simple as doves," Jesus says in Matthew 10:16. Let's learn how.

HEADLINE: Nikita Khrushchev's Miscalculation and the Specter of Berlin GUEST NAME: Professor Serhii PlokhyBOOK TITLE: Nuclear Folly TOPIC: Accidental War Warning SUMMARY: Nikita Khrushchev, a shrewd politician who succeeded Joseph Stalin, was widely misunderstood as a clown. Khrushchev expected to manipulate the young Jack Kennedy, having once offered campaign assistance. Khrushchev was surprised when Kennedy refused to compromise over the missile deployment. Both leaders were constantly concerned about Berlin; Khrushchev used the threat of escalation there to manipulate Kennedy. 1920 HAVANA

This morning Noel shares a homily on Luke 16:1-13, The Parable of the Shrewd Manager.

The Bible is not a moral codebook. It is the messy, complicated, ongoing story of God's people. And yes, it's full of failure. More importantly, it is the story of God's relentless, unceasing love in the face of all those failures.  Again and again, God—shrewd and compassionate—calls us home. Even, and especially, when we don't deserve it.

In Luke 16:1-17, Jesus shares a confusing parable. Pastor Christopher Feigles

This morning Noel shares a homily on Luke 16:1-13, The Parable of the Shrewd Manager.

Luke 16:1-13 New International Version The Parable of the Shrewd ...

Episode 994 (8:15) In this episode: Fr. Bill reflects on being used by a grade school friend; Reflection about the parable of the dishonest steward; Love people and use things, not love things and use people; Don't be dishonest but be prudent and prepare for heaven. 20th Anniversary of Podcast! Image by Perplexity AI My WebsitePodcast PageAll Previous Episode

Readings: Amos 8:4-7 | Psalm 113 | 1 Timothy 2:1-7 | Luke 16:1-13. Preached for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost (2025-09-21).

There's probably never been a time when there weren't deceitful people, but our present age feels particularly corrupt. As we acknowledge this and negotiate it as bestwe can, we can be single-hearted in following God and loving other people. Thanks be to God for prudence and guidance and for the gift of each other for supportand care. by Sister Leslie Keener, CDPSign up to receive our weekly newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.GodSpaceCommunity.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to the Providence Podcast wherever you get your podcasts! At God Space, you can come as you are. You belong here.God Space is a ministry of the Sisters of Divine Providence of Kentucky. Do you want to learn more about the Sisters of Divine Providence? Check out our website here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.CDPKentucky.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.You can find all of the Scripture readings from the lectionary here: ⁠⁠https://bible.usccb.org/readings/calendar⁠⁠Music credits: Thanks to Pixabay and these artists for their royalty free music: intro and outro music Acoustic Inspire by The_Mountain, reflection questions music, Relaxing Meditation Music by SamuelFrancisJohnson

It's the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Join Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they talk about the minor prophet Amos, the Egyptian Hallel, and one of St. Paul's pastoral letters. Then, Scott gives a helpful framework for approaching the confusing parable of the shrewd scoundrel. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the St. Paul Center. Priests, grow in your love for Christ and for your ministry through study, faith, and fellowship at a St. Paul Center Priest Conference.To learn more— or register to attend a St. Paul Center Priest Conference in 2026— visit stpaulcenter.com/priests-Already read the readings? Skip ahead to Reading 1 - Amos 8:4-7Psalm 113: 1-2, 4-6, 7-8Reading 2 - 1 Timothy 2: 1-8Gospel - Luke 16: 1-13-Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes: Cultural Studies in the Gospels by Kenneth Bailey This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

Pastor Kurt gives us the word "Shrewd" to study from Luke 16! Anyone else think of a little rodent?

Who do you love? Whom do you serve?

A Shrewd Investment – Today's scripture is a scene from Luke wherein Jesus tells his disciples a parable about a rich man who finds out that his manager has been squandering his property and confronts that manager, This parable can evoke questions and can be confusing because the manager, to save himself, does some things we might have expected from someone who is conniving and not honest. It can be puzzling that Jesus would have told this example of the rich and dishonest to his listeners who were likely not wealthy. The manager is clearly looking out for himself, and perhaps Jesus is encouraging his followers to be creative and clever in the economy of God, where, in Luke's gospel, there is an emphasis that the last shall be first. Is Jesus encouraging us to cancel debts and exhibit forgiveness and grace creatively where people who have been pushed out are, by our creativity and cleverness, pulled in and embraced? Carol offers some real-life examples of people who used shrewdness to advance faith and further God's grace.

Being shrewd children of light. Type: Sermon

Pastor Zack Flipse preaches from Acts 21:37-22:29, “Knowledgeable, Active Citizens.” —————————— More from […]

If even the world understands money isn't valuable in itself, how much more should we as citizens of heaven?

What does a dishonest steward have to teach us about the Christian life? In this Trinity 9 sermon, Rev. Brandon Warr unpacks Luke 16:1–9 alongside 1 Corinthians 10:6–13 to reveal Christ's call to faithful stewardship. Discover why Jesus commended the steward's shrewdness—not his sin—and how we are called to use every gift, resource, and moment for eternal purposes. Learn from Israel's failures in the wilderness, hear the piercing truth of God's Law, and rest in the Gospel promise that Christ, the faithful Servant, has settled your account in full. If you've ever wondered how to balance faith, resources, and the reality of coming judgment, this sermon offers both the warning and the comfort you need. Trinity 9 sermon, Luke 16:1-9 sermon, parable of the unjust steward, 1 Corinthians 10 sermon, faithful stewardship, Lutheran sermon, Law and Gospel, Rev. Brandon Warr, Christian stewardship, eternal life, ELDoNA preaching

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Friday morning, the 15th of August, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to the Gospel of Luke 16:11-12:”Therefore if you have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches? And if you have not been faithful in what is another man's, who will give you what is your own?” Those are strong words spoken by the Master Himself, our Lord Jesus Christ. Because we are Christians, that does not give us an excuse to be second-rate, to be slack, to be lazy, or not to do our best at work.If we are to be ambassadors of Jesus Christ in the workplace, then we need to do it as if we were doing it to God Himself. We need to operate in our God-given gift. I don't know how many young men and women I meet sometimes, ”I just want to serve the Lord.” Well, serve Him in the business field first, before you want to go out and preach to others. Now the Lord Jesus is talking about a man who is shrewd. “Shrewd” means having or showing sharp powers of judgement, being an astute operator or businessman. We need to work hard in the business field, not only for ourselves, but for our fellowman, but mainly for the Lord. Do it well, not for personal gain but as a witness for Jesus. Be the best farmer you can be. Be the best professional sportsman or woman you can be. Be a good teacher, an artist, a doctor, a truck driver as unto the Lord. I read something very encouraging and it goes like this: Individuals who integrate their Christian faith into their business practices and leadership, that's what God is looking for - integrity, honesty, service, impacting communities especially in the workplace, living out their faith in the marketplace.I looked up John D Rockefeller, an American businessman. He was in the oil business. They say that he was the most successful businessman of his era. He reminds me of Joseph. You know that Pharaoh made Joseph his prime minister. He was the second most powerful man on earth. Remember, he was a slave, sold into slavery, he made an impact, he saved a nation.Today, use your God-given gifts for the glory of God and enjoy what you're doing.Jesus bless you and have a wonderful day, Goodbye.

Lawson Veit from Stillwater, Oklahoma is a certified Oklahoma Archery Legend. Lawson attends Lindenwood Academy and will be entering his Junior year of undergraduate studies fresh off a summer of slinging arrows in the Men's Known Pro Division of the ASA. Lawson earned the "Rookie of the Year" Title after his first competitive season in the Pro division and would up Runner-Up for "Shooter of the Year". A Pro debut season could not ask for more, with Lawson making 3 of the 5 Pro/Am Shoot Downs earning podium finishes and making his presence known on the pro range. Lawson shoots for Elite Archery, Show Me Bowstrings, Shrewd, Truball, Scott, Altra Arrows and Down-Range Optics! We got to pick his brain on set-up, equipment, tuning and the mental aspect of competing at the highest level with one of the youngest pro archers to make a splash in not only 3D but indoor archery as well. The Boys from Oklahoma look forward to indoor season and talk shop about all the tournaments in the upcoming year. Tune in for another great episode of the Oklahoma Archery Podcast, with Lawson Veit!#elitearchery #showmebowstrings#shrewdarchery #truballaxcel#scottarchery #downrangeoptics#lindenwoodacademy#oklahomaasafederation#archeryshootersassociation #3darchery #indoorarchery#hnhshootingsports #triplecarchery

Speaker: Alan Wilson — Passage(s): Luke 16:1-15

Speaker: Alan Wilson — Passage(s): Luke 16:1-15

How Shrewd Stewards Spend

Joe DeCamara of the 94 WIP Morning Show asks former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro some questions about his days as a GM. When Ruben was the GM of the Phillies, he tried to make a deal with Dave Dombrowski before- Ruben says Dombrowski is shrewd and knows what he wants. Hear a taste of what it's like being in the shoes of a GM on Deadline Day!

Faithful and Shrewd? Rev. Dr. Colleen Hurley-Bates (7.27.25) by Sermons

Pastor Mike speaks from Luke 16

Spiritual deconstruction is everywhere—but not all of it leads to healing. In this message from No Pain Like Church Pain, we explore how to process spiritual questions with both openness and discernment. If you've ever been burned by church culture, pressured to conform, or told not to ask questions, this message is for you.Grounded in Acts 17:10–15, this talk invites you to become a noble seeker—someone who digs into the Word, tests what's taught, and listens to God more than the loudest voices around them. Let's talk about how to deconstruct in a way that doesn't destroy your faith, but refines it.⛪ Need healing from church hurt? You're not alone. There's still a family for you in God.

Can we trust Jesus, pray, and do nothing? We all know that action out of the flesh causes problems, but does a Word from God provoke action in us? A group discussion on the theology of Rebekah and Jacob and the "ethics" of what they did to Isaac and Esau to yank the wheel of history toward the Word God had spoken at Esau and Jacob's birth. 

What did the Council of Trent declare about the Latin Vulgate Bible? What did Jesus mean when he said to be as shrewd as serpents? and more on today's Open Line with Colin Donovan.

What did the Council of Trent declare about the Latin Vulgate Bible? What did Jesus mean when he said to be as shrewd as serpents? and more on today's Open Line with Colin Donovan.

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Welcome to the latest Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. This week we had a lively discussion with Barb Fox. Her marriage went along fine until one day her husband lost his job. She assumed he would soon find another. However, after several years, tensions rose, and she needed help. Listen as we talk over her journey through rough waters. 

#panchatantra #India #SagaIn the first story we learn why you don't kill baby birds. In the second story, we learn to listen to our elders.Source: Panchatantra Arthur W RyderNarrator: Dustin SteichmannMusic: परी नजरिया गाना। नाचा धुन। पंडवानी।। Sound Effect: Rain and Birds by Dustin SteichmannPhoto Credit: "Bali - Garuda Wisnu Kencana (6 of 12)" by GOC53 is licensed under CC BY 2.0.

Adam Hurrey is joined on the midweek Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare & David Walker. On the agenda: Will Still's inevitable English football unveiling edges closer, the Etihad reaction to Omar Marmoush's wonder goal, Lionel Messi pops up in Mobland, mid-table Eredivisie clubs in sci-fi novels and some glorious Anglo-Italian commentary from Serie A. Meanwhile, the panel decide what makes a signing "shrewd" and hear a story of some overengineered 6-a-side organisation. Adam's book, Extra Time Beckons, Penalties Loom: How to Use (and Abuse) The Language of Football, is OUT NOW: https://geni.us/ExtraTimeBeckons Visit nordvpn.com/cliches to get four extra months on a two-year plan with NordVPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Title: If You Could be Any Animal, Which One Would You Be?Scripture Reading: Matthew 7:6, Matthew 10:11-16Series: Sermon on the MountCoinciding with the start of Lent, we are in a series on Jesus' Sermon on the Mount from Matthew chapters 5-7. Picking up where we left off last week, what are the practical implications for Matthew 7:6? How can we live out Matthew 7:6 in our own lives? Jesus shows us. We must be three animals: 1. Be Snakes 2. Be Dove 3. Be Sheep.Please join us in Pastor Bill's challenge to read through the entire sermon, Matthew 5-7, at least once per week. Share your stories and takeaways on our shout out board here: https://t.ly/pvx50

In this episode: An investment company with a history of peddling poorly performing tax incentives is back in Tallahassee, trying to attach itself to the “rural renaissance” movement in the Florida Senate. An update from Day 28 of the Florida Legislature's 60-day legislative session. Show notesThe bills discussed in today's show:Senate Bill 1322 — Tax Credits for Investment in Rural CommunitiesSenate Bill 1238 — Fraud in the Reemployment Assistance Program House Bill 1157 — Verification of Reemployment Assistance Benefit EligibilityInvestment company writes Florida incentive laws, then profits from them In Search of Rural Jobs, States Weigh Strategy With Checkered Past How Savvy Financiers Pitch Complex Investment ProgramsPayday at the mill: How sophisticated financiers used a Maine investment program they devised to wring millions of dollars in risk-free returns at taxpayer expense Shrewd financiers exploit unsophisticated Maine legislators on taxpayers' dimeNothing Ventured, Millions Gained — Capco's benefit in Florida programQuestions or comments? Send ‘em to Garcia.JasonR@gmail.comListen to the show: Apple | SpotifyWatch the show: YouTube Get full access to Seeking Rents at jasongarcia.substack.com/subscribe

Ah, the age-old fun-house version that's not so “fun” - that's what we were facing this season with Ms. Julia Sugarbaker. Her condescension was at an all-time high throughout the season and the runner of the tension between her and Mary Jo wasn't our favorite part of the season. HOWEVER, there were some high points, so let's chat about it. And come back later this week for the second installment of the “Sweet Tea & TV Book Club” - we're talking all things Dixie Carter's 1996 book, “Trying to Get To Heaven: Opinions of a Tennessee Talker.”