FROM THE GOD JOURNEY
What if Jesus's parable of the Talents wasn't about money, giftings, or religious work? What if he was telling this story to show us how his love finds its way into the world? After a conversation about medical professionals taking a more holistic approach and how curiosity enhances relationships, Kyle and Wayne turn to this parable and how it is often misinterpreted in a way that goes against the New Covenant. But if love is the real treasure, then everything about this parable falls into place and invites us into the joy of passing on the love. Now we know why it always bears fruit and why not trusting his love diminishes who God wants us to be.
Podcast Notes:
The video version of this podcast Get your copy of Just Love The post Rexamining the Parable of the Talents (#1029) first appeared on The God Journey.
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