524th Post Jesus Said Concerning Parables Con't. - Parable of Good and Bad Stewards Con't. - Matthew 25: 14 - 30, 3rd post.

Matthew 25: 14 - 30; Luke 19: 12 - 27; Parable of Good and Bad Stewards Continued 3rd post.
When Jesus talks about the steward who returned only the talent he was given, provides the basis to see something further in this parable.  The steward who received one talent said, "I knew you to be a hard man, reaping where you have not sown, and gathering where you have not scattered seed."  How can you reap where you have not sowed, and gathered where you have not scattered seed?  The only way this could happen, is if you continue to receive through the efforts of others.  The stewards in this parable, are Jesus' followers, and as such we are supposed to be increasing the Kingdom of God.  This means by increasing converts, but also in increasing our knowledge and understanding of Christ.  This is accomplished by spending time not only reading, but trying to deepen your understanding of the Bible; and by spending time in fellowship with Jesus, through prayer and meditation.  We call ourselves "Christians", but do you really understand what that term means?  When you call yourself a "Christian", you are telling others you are trying to be Christ-like.  We should remember this always, and try to live up to the title.  We will continue next post.