“Talent” has been defined as “a special natural ability or aptitude” (dictionary.com). We have each been entrusted with a talent, or two. Some have several talents, some have one. Some talents are visible to many, and some are hidden only to be seen by God.
“For it is just like a man about to go on a journey, who called his own slaves and entrusted his possessions to them. To one he gave five talents, to another, two, and to another, one, each according to his own ability; and he went on his journey.” (Matthew 25:14-15, NASB)
In the parable as told by Jesus, each of the slaves did something different with what had been entrusted to them.
Upon the master’s return, the one who had been entrusted five talents had gained five talents more to return back to his master.The one who had been entrusted two talents did likewise, gaining two talents more. The one who had received one talent had a different response.
Won’t you join me today at Woman to Woman Ministries HERE, where we will take a closer look at this parable and how we can let it challenge our lives today.
Thank you for using your gifts in God’s service, Joanne.
A question your amazing post led me to ask, “How am I using the talent(s) God has given me in His service?” Thank you for sharing your talent for inspiration, ma’am.