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What happens when the survival tactics of the world collide with the timeless principles of the Kingdom of God? In this installment of our series, For What It's Worth, Pastor Ernest Almond unpacks one of the most paradoxical and misunderstood parables in the New Testament: The Parable of the Shrewd Manager. The world trains us to operate out of "shrewdness"—a transactional survival mode where we keep score, track favors, and collect receipts to secure our own soft landing spaces. We are taught to manage out of fear, blame others when things go wrong, and use people to protect our status. But Jesus challenges His followers to pivot from a worldly "they" mindset to a Kingdom "we" identity. Kingdom builders don't collect receipts; they build relationships. They leverage temporary resources—both material wealth and intangible gifts—to lift others up, erase burdens, and invest in eternal legacies. Tune in to discover how to break free from the exhausting cycle of transactional living, step into your identity as a victor, and master the divine wisdom that prioritizes people over profits. It's time to stop keeping score and start making an eternal impact.

What happens to your identity when a sudden life transition strips away your title, your comfort, or your career? In "For What You're Worth," Pastor Ernest Almond of Higher Definition Church in Jacksonville returns to the Parable of the Shrewd Manager in Luke 16:1-4, focusing directly on the critical moments immediately following a sudden crisis.Pastor Ernest challenges the modern culture of the hustle, exposing the "Low Definition" lie that your production equals your value. This teaching breaks down the psychological pitfalls of a sudden crisis, walking through the dangers of a victim mentality, self-disqualification, and pride. Shifting focus from the marketplace to the Kingdom, this message equips the Jacksonville community to move beyond "vibe-based" security and discover their true, unconditional value as creations made in the image of God. If you are currently navigating an unplanned transition or questioning your self-worth after a setback, this sermon provides a biblical roadmap to stop trusting in your own blueprints and let God refine you.

This is a series of parables (fictional stories with kingdom truth) of the Kingdom of God! In this message, Pastor Keith takes us into one of the most provocative and misunderstood stories Jesus ever told: the Parable of the Shrewd Manager.Who actually owns your life? The Bible reminds us that the earth and its fullness thereof belong entirely to the Lord. We aren't owners; we are stewards. When we shift our perspective from ownership to stewardship, it changes everything about how we handle our time, our talents, and our resources. Jesus challenges us to look honestly at what has been placed in our hands and asks a defining question for our faith: what are you doing with what God gave you? Join us as we discover how managing the temporary things of this world prepares us for the true, eternal riches of the Kingdom.Text: Luke 16:1-17For more information about Journey Church, visit: www.journeyinbend.comFind Journey on all social media: @journeyinbendFind Pastor Keith on social media: @findkeithPlease subscribe and engage. At Journey, we believe there's HOPE FOR EVERYONE!

1. What is the main point of the parable? Is Jesus saying that it is ok to use unrighteous means to gain wealth?2. Who is this parable taught to? Consider the larger narrative of what Jesus was trying to accomplish as He was headed to the cross.3. Why does Jesus call wealth, welath of unrighteousness? Does He mean wealth gained unrighteously?4. What does it mean in verse 9 when Jesus says that "they will receive you into the eternal dwelling" if you make friends with unrighteous wealth?

Our study into the Parables of Jesus continues as this week Pastor Rob Curington examines the Parable of the Shrewd Manager to discover how Jesus encourages the disciples to be wise in using their finances.

Sooner or later, we all must give an account to God for what He's entrusted to us. The question is: will we be shrewd, creative, and industrious with what we have, or will we have a lazy and unurgent attitude toward life?  This parable is often considered one of the most difficult to understand. Why? Because Jesus uses a villain as an example of what to do. The tale of the Shrewd Manager is a morally fuzzy story. But if we dig deep enough, there will be heavenly meaning for us and lessons on how to treat the resources God has entrusted to us. Go to JesusPodcast.com and receive daily devotionals about Jesus.Today's Bible verse is Mark 16:6 from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pastor Jarrod explores Jesus' Parable of the Shrewd Manager, explaining that our beliefs about money can reveal our beliefs about God. New to Echo Grace? We'd love to get to know you! Fill out a quick connect form at https://echograce.com/connect. Want to support our ministries & mission? Your generosity makes a difference. Give at https://echograce.com/give.

In this message from Luke 16, Lee Fruh shares the importance of relationships and how vital they are to living a full and healthy life, and that God desires eveyone to have and experience life-giving friendships.

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What would you change if you knew your time was limited? In this message from the Storyteller series, Jesus' parable of the Shrewd Manager challenges us to examine how we are using what God has entrusted to us. Jesus isn't praising dishonesty—He's calling His followers to live with urgency, wisdom, and eternal purpose.

Verse by Verse – Parables, Week 13Pastor Nathan Zickert · Luke 16:1–13A video recording of this sermon is available here.For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

God is not stingy!How may we appropriate God's abundance for every area of our lives - and then use it for the purposes He has intended?Support the show

This episode is part 36 in a study of the gospel of Luke. Jesus talks about a manager who is praised for being shrewd... even though he is dishonest. What's that all about? https://thebiblestudypodcast.com/luke-16-the-shrewd-manager/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Sooner or later, we all must give an account to God for what He's entrusted to us. The question is: will we be shrewd, creative, and industrious with what we have, or will we have a lazy and unurgent attitude toward life?  This parable is often considered one of the most difficult to understand. Why? Because Jesus uses a villain as an example of what to do. The tale of the Shrewd Manager is a morally fuzzy story. But if we dig deep enough, there will be heavenly meaning for us and lessons on how to treat the resources God has entrusted to us. Go to JesusPodcast.com and receive daily devotionals about Jesus.Today's Bible verse is Mark 16:6 from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message on Luke chapter 16. #sermons #motivation #inspirationMaking Sense of the Shrewd Manager - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

Pastor Andy preaches over Luke 16:1-9 on September 21st, 2025.

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

This is Wade's sermon at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI for Pentecost 15C. The lessons are: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20; 1 Timothy 6:6-10,17-19; Luke 16:1-13. We'd love to have you join us at Resurrection for a Sunday service sometime at 9am.  Ss always, if you are enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, or TuneIn Radio. You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.  And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you'd like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com. Thanks for listening!

Michele is the Pastor of Missions at FaithLife. Growing up in a small farming community in Kansas, my grandmother instilled in me when I was a child to, "Love God and love others." I am a wife, mother and will be a grandma at the end of November. At FaithLife, I feel incredibly lucky to have a front seat to all of the incredible ways God is working through his people in our community and in our world. My hope is that the Holy Spirit continues to move and inspire more people to serve others in Jesus name and at the same time listen, learn and encourage others.The Parable of the Shrewd Manager is often considered one of Jesus' most perplexing teachings, especially in a world that's preoccupied with wealth. While our focus tends to be on using resources for immediate comfort and power, God calls us to be shrewd managers with an eternal perspective. This parable is a powerful call to action, urging us to use the resources we have been given to build his kingdom.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki September 21, 2025 Friends, today's parable is one of the strangest. Scholars have called it the most difficult, the most confusing, even the most frustrating of all Jesus' parables. And it doesn't help that our Bibles can't even agree on what to call it. The New International Version calls it “The Parable of the Shrewd Manager.” The New Revised Standard calls it “The Dishonest Manager.” Another translation says, “Faithfulness with Money.” So, […] The post Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Pastor Moldstad preaches on the passage Luke 16:1-13 with the theme Be a Shrewd Manager for God.

Week 7 | The Parable of the Shrewd Manager with Pastor Josef Massanari August 24, 2025 Visit us online https://www.cornerstonelv.com https://www.facebook.com/lvcornerstone  https://www.instagram.com/cornerstone_lv/

What if shrewdness, often viewed with skepticism, holds the key to unlocking deeper spiritual truths? Join Pastor Steve Gray and Kathy as they challenge common perceptions surrounding the enigmatic parable of the shrewd manager from Luke 16. This curious tale, where a manager is applauded for his clever, albeit seemingly dishonest, tactics, often leaves believers and pastors puzzled. Together, we peel back the layers of this parable, exploring its cultural and historical contexts to illuminate the profound lessons Jesus intended for his followers. Dive into our discussion where we dissect the actions of the crafty manager who secures his future by reducing debts at his own expense. This episode shines a light on the contrasting paths of "the people of this world" and "the people of the light," raising questions about morality and the strategic use of resources. How does Jesus' message invite us to rethink our stewardship of worldly wealth to foster relationships and advance the kingdom? We delve into these themes, offering a fresh perspective that urges believers to harness spiritual awareness for a prosperous future.Key Takeaways:The parable of the shrewd manager is not about endorsing dishonesty but emphasizes the importance of being proactive and smart in managing resources and opportunities.Steve Gray explains that the people of the world often exhibit more shrewdness than the people of light, prompting a call for Christians to be more strategic and thoughtful in their spiritual and daily lives.Audience members are encouraged to consider their spiritual resources and how they may be inadvertently squandering them without realizing the potential for enriching their present and future.The discussion highlights the need for believers to move beyond complacency, taking definitive action rather than remaining passive in their faith journey.Steve underscores that genuine transformation requires leveraging one's resources effectively, both for immediate benefit and for future spiritual and eternal gains.

Pastor Joe speaks on the Parable of the Shrewd Manager found in Luke 16:1-13.

Presented at Curwensville Alliance on 6/8/25 by Pastor Steve Shields. Listen as Pastor Steve discusses the parable concerning the shrewd manager in Luke 16. Remember that Scripture should be interpreted as the writer intended. What did the writer want his reader to understand as he penned these words?

Join us for the start of our new teaching series, "Leverage," where we dive into the often-avoided topic of money from a spiritual perspective. In this opening message, we tackle the question, "Whose is it anyway?" challenging the common belief of ownership and exploring the idea that everything truly belongs to God. We examine how money is deeply tied to trust in God, a subject Jesus addressed more than heaven and hell combined. Discover why Jesus used so many parables about finances and why a shift in our understanding from owner to manager can revolutionize our lives. This message explores biblical passages like Psalm 24:1 and the Parable of the Shrewd Manager in Luke 16, highlighting how our handling of earthly wealth is a test and an opportunity to invest in things with eternal value. We will discuss using what we have now to invest in things that matter forever, recognizing that stewardship implies accountability and that one day, we will give an account for how we managed what God entrusted to us. This series aims to provide a fundamental, life-altering shift in perspective, aligning ourselves with the reality that everything belongs to the Lord, and we are called to be faithful managers.

Welcome to another week of "Shenanigans" with Brandon & Craig...I mean Grounded. We hope your week is off to a great start. Listen in today as the guys have some fun catching up on the past week before breaking down this week's message on the Shrewd Manager. Thanks for listening!

Q: Dear Dr. E, I have often wondered about the meaning of Jesus' parable in Luke 16:1-8, the shrewd manager. Can you explain? Summary In this conversation, Dr. E and Hanna discuss the parable of the shrewd manager from Luke 16, exploring its context, the actions of the characters, and the lessons it imparts about shrewdness and stewardship. Dr. E emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural background of the parable and how it relates to other biblical stories, particularly in the context of Jesus' teachings on wealth and morality. Takeaways: Context is crucial for understanding biblical parables. Jesus used parables to challenge societal norms and expectations. The master in the parable represents a figure of mercy and generosity. The parable encourages believers to leverage worldly resources for good. Understanding the cultural context enhances interpretation of scripture. Jesus' teachings often subvert traditional views of righteousness. The parable of the shrewd manager ties into broader themes of grace and redemption. Links Mentioned: Kenneth Bailey on parables Poet & Peasant and Through Peasant Eyes by Kenneth Bailey Jacob and the Prodigal by Kenneth Bailey The Good Shepherd by Kenneth Bailey "Reading Luke," Charles Talbert Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

A Kingdom Upside Down | Week 7: The Parable of the Shrewd Manager – A Story of Perspective | Brian Bloye

There are many beloved, well-known teachings of Jesus. There are some that are less-known and well, less loved! This week we'll dig into one of the tougher teachings of Jesus, called "The Parable of the Shrewd Manager." We'll be reading from Luke 16:1-9, discussing how we can learn valuable lessons from flawed characters. The message encourages us to prioritize using our resources to benefit others and honor God, echoing the words of Jim Elliot: "He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose."

March 2nd, 2025 Grant ChinnThis week, we're looking at the parable of the Shrewd Manager as we close out The Jesus Stories series. Jesus brings a shocking parable where the hero of the story is a dishonest manager with some very unsavory practices. Are we supposed to imitate these practices or live our lives in a totally different way? Let's see what we can learn and apply to our lives through this unique story.

Sooner or later, we all must give an account to God for what He’s entrusted to us. The question is: will we be shrewd, creative, and industrious with what we have, or will we have a lazy and unurgent attitude toward life? This parable is often considered one of the most difficult to understand. Why? Because Jesus uses a villain as an example of what to do. The tale of the Shrewd Manager is a morally fuzzy story. But if we dig deep enough, there will be heavenly meaning for us and lessons on how to treat the resources God has entrusted to us. Go to JesusPodcast.com and receive daily devotionals about Jesus.Today's Bible verse is Mark 16:6 from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief.• Intro• The Parable of the Shrewd Manager explained• Could Messiah have stopped it?• What's going on in Revelation chapter 10?• What is Judaism?• How can I have a personal relationship with Yahweh?• I have a problem with people wanting to pray for me• It doesn't look like I have Yah's favor• Matthew 18:15 explained• To seek or not to seek?• Whom Satan has bound?• What is the reign of Elohim like?• How can I be a better parent than mine were?• Should I be waiting or doing?• The power of prayer??• Young men need to know this Subscribe to take advantage of new content every week.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwide https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@mtoi_worldwide You can contact MTOI by emailing us at admin@mtoi.org or calling 423-250-3020. Join us for Shabbat Services and Torah Study LIVE, streamed on our website, mtoi.org, YouTube, and Rumble every Saturday at 1:15 p.m. and every Friday for Torah Study Live Stream at 7:30 p.m. Eastern time.

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Sermon on the Mount E28 – In his third teaching on money, Jesus issues a warning about elevating wealth to the position of God in our lives. To describe wealth, Jesus uses the word “mammon,” which can be translated as “the thing in which you trust.” What happens when we put our trust in our wealth? What does Jesus mean by “unrighteous wealth?” And what can it look like to be free from the love of money? In this uncut episode, join Tim and Jon in a long-form dialogue exploring the Parable of the Shrewd Manager and how we can only have one ultimate allegiance—God or money. Timestamps Chapter 1: Hate One and Love the Other (00:00-13:44)Chapter 2: What is Mammon? (13:44-20:34)Chapter 3: Wealth and the Dishonest Manager (20:34-42:50)Referenced ResourcesThe New Testament and Rabbinic Judaism (Jordan Lectures) by David DaubeDictionary of Deities and Demons in the Bible by Karel van der Toorn, Bob Becking & Pieter W. van der HorstJesus, a Jewish Galilean: A New Reading of the Jesus Story by Sean FreyneCheck out Tim's library here.You can experience our entire library of resources in the BibleProject app, available for Android and iOS.Show Music“Buschwick” by cocabona“Red Gamba” by LalineaOriginal Sermon on the Mount music by Richie KohenBibleProject theme song by TENTSShow CreditsJon Collins is the creative producer for today's show. Tim Mackie is our lead scholar. Production of today's episode is by producer Lindsey Ponder, producer; Cooper Peltz; and Colin Wilson, producer. Stephanie Tam is our consultant and editor. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer. Frank Garza and Aaron Olsen edited today's episode. Aaron Olson also provided the sound design and mix for today's episode. Nina Simone does our show notes and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Today's hosts are Jon Collins and Michelle Jones.Powered and distributed by Simplecast.