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Matthew 25:14-30

Listen to Matthew 25:14-30
14 "For it is as if a man, going on a journey, summoned his slaves and entrusted his property to them;
15 to one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one, to each according to his ability. Then he went away.
16 The one who had received the five talents went off at once and traded with them, and made five more talents.
17 In the same way, the one who had the two talents made two more talents.
18 But the one who had received the one talent went off and dug a hole in the ground and hid his master's money.
19 After a long time the master of those slaves came and settled accounts with them.
20 Then the one who had received the five talents came forward, bringing five more talents, saying, "Master, you handed over to me five talents; see, I have made five more talents.'
21 His master said to him, "Well done, good and trustworthy slave; you have been trustworthy in a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.'
22 And the one with the two talents also came forward, saying, "Master, you handed over to me two talents; see, I have made two more talents.'
23 His master said to him, "Well done, good and trustworthy slave; you have been trustworthy in a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.'
24 Then the one who had received the one talent also came forward, saying, "Master, I knew that you were a harsh man, reaping where you did not sow, and gathering where you did not scatter seed;
25 so I was afraid, and I went and hid your talent in the ground. Here you have what is yours.'
26 But his master replied, "You wicked and lazy slave! You knew, did you, that I reap where I did not sow, and gather where I did not scatter?
27 Then you ought to have invested my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received what was my own with interest.
28 So take the talent from him, and give it to the one with the ten talents.
29 For to all those who have, more will be given, and they will have an abundance; but from those who have nothing, even what they have will be taken away.
30 As for this worthless slave, throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.'

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Gambler Or Investor Part 4
Gambler Or Investor Part 4
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The Tragedy of a Wasted Life
The Tragedy of a Wasted Life
Dr. Jeff Schreve

What could be sadder than standing before the Lord one day with nothing to show for the life He gave you? In this powerful message from Pastor Jeff Schreve, discover the sobering truth behind Jesus’ parable of the talents — a story that reveals the danger of spiritual complacency and the cost of burying your blessings. God has entrusted every believer with time, talent, and opportunity. One day, the Master will return to settle accounts. Will He say, “Well done, good and faithful servant” … or will your life echo with the words, “It might have been”?

What Are You Doing With What You've Got?
What Are You Doing With What You've Got?
Dr. Jeff Schreve

God has entrusted every believer with gifts, abilities, and opportunities — but what are you doing with what you’ve got? In this powerful message from Pastor Jeff Schreve, discover the life-changing truths from Jesus’ Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25. Some invest what God gives them and see it multiply for His glory, while others bury their blessings in fear or apathy. One day, the Master will return to settle accounts. Will He find you faithful with what He’s placed in your hands?

Gambler or Investor!
Gambler or Investor!
Pastor Dr. Herbert Ward, Sr.

In this sermon, Dr. Herbert Ward draws a spiritual contrast between being a "gambler" and an "investor" in life, using biblical examples like Cain and Abel. Cain is depicted as earthly-minded, investing in cursed ground, while Abel is heavenly-minded, investing in what pleases God. The message extends to how one approaches life: gamblers seek quick rewards and live for the moment, often relying on themselves and suffering loss, while investors have patience, invest in God’s kingdom, and reap lasting rewards. Dr. Ward encourages readers to invest time, effort, and faith in God, rather than worldly pursuits, highlighting the importance of making wise spiritual investments that lead to eternal life and fulfillment.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1788/29

Footnotes 1

  • [a] A talent was worth more than fifteen years' wages of a laborer
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

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