Pastor Rick's Daily Hope Lessons from a Shrewd Money Manager - Part 1
Nov 17, 2025
Dive into intriguing lessons from a parable featuring a shrewd money manager. Discover how Jesus emphasized the importance of money and its impact on our lives. Uncover why Jesus chose a dishonest character to convey valuable financial truths. Learn what true shrewdness means in a biblical context and how to be a wise steward of your resources. Get practical tips on anticipating financial challenges and making sound decisions. Prepare for an audit of your life as you explore accountability with God over your possessions.
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Money Is Central To Jesus' Teaching
- Jesus spoke about money more than heaven or hell to highlight its huge influence on life and decisions.
- Half of Jesus' parables address money, showing it's central to spiritual teaching and daily living.
The Shrewd Manager's Short-Term Scheme
- A rich man's dishonest manager, about to be fired, reduces his master's debtors' bills to secure future favors.
- He cuts one debtor's 800 olive oil barrels to 400 and another's 1,000 bushels to 800 to make friends for later.
Commending Shrewdness, Not Dishonesty
- Jesus doesn't praise dishonesty but commends the manager's shrewdness in planning ahead and resourcefulness.
- 'Shrewdness' here means keen awareness, astute intelligence, and clever resourcefulness, not immorality.
