Matthew 25:14-30
Through the Parable of Talents Jesus reminds us that all our gifts and abilities are from God. They are given to us not to be hidden but to be used according to the purpose of the Giver. What matters in the end is not the quality and quantity of our talents but how we use them in life. In the day of judgment, God will ask for an accounting of the fruits of the talents He had given us.
Jesus provided us with an example of the responsible use of talents. His abilities, such as the power to teach and heal, were used not for his personal interests but for the good of people. The gospel mentions not even once that Jesus claims something as his personal possession only. In fact, he shared all his gifts and capacities with his disciples.
Today, we are called to develop the virtue of good stewardship. Let us show to God that we are grateful for the many talents we have received from Him by taking care of them and by trying to develop them. It would please God if we use our talents and gifts for the well-being of our neighbors and that of the whole Church.
