Some Thoughts on the Parable of the Talents

I once promised some musings on the sermon before it is written...so here's something on the Parable of the Talents, Matthew 25:14-30.

1. Each of the three servants received according to their ability...there is meritocracy in this statement that can't be denied,
2. While 1 is true, the one who received least received an extravagant amount,
3. While 2 is true, to the Master these are just a few things...with many more things in the offing,
4. Those who made gains with the Master's assets were invited to enter into the joy of their Master, and
5. The servant's reaction to the Master anticipated the Master's reactions to the servants.

As far as stewardship goes, I think this means that we receive much from the master and we need to use those assets well. On top of that, it also means that "our" assets, "our" gifts, "our" stuff isn't "ours" at all.