This week's scripture lesson is from Luke's Gospel, chapter 16:1-15. In it, Jesus tells the parable of the "dishonest manager", or the "shrewd manager." This is one of the most confounding of Jesus' parables. It appears, on a quick reading, that he is praising the manager for his dishonest ways. Upon deeper reflection, this is not the case at all.
Questions for prayer and reflection on this parable are: What is Jesus' attitude towards wealth in general, as reflected in all the Gospels? How does Jesus portray the overall character of the manager? What "slippery slope" is he on? Is this parable of particular value to us as we face the current economic crisis? If so, how? What is "the word of the Lord" to us in this parable? What does it mean, in practical terms of daily life, that we cannot serve both God and money?
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