The most important investment

Read > Luke 19:11-27

To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away (v. 26).

The euphoria of the masses and the murderous jealousy of the religious leaders were building towards a momentous event (Luke 19:11). One that the crowds thought would climax in Jesus being established as their new king. But Jesus knew it would culminate in His crucifixion. With precious few days left, Jesus told the parable of the “minas” to urge His disciples to live profitably after His departure.

Like the nobleman and his servants (v. 12), Jesus has left us, but only for a period. He has gone away to be crowned King and He will return as King. We don’t have a choice as to whether or not He will be King. He is and He will be King. The only choice we have is either to submit to His authority and be rewarded, or to reject His authority and suffer destruction.

We’re living in the period of His physical absence. This is preparation time for us to ready ourselves for His inauguration as King on earth. Jesus has left us with resources to invest on His behalf. Time, money, relationships, abilities, and our very life have all been given to us to put to good use.

God has nothing to gain from our wise investment. The gains from the servants were given back to them (v. 17). In fact, the servant who made 10 minas out of his 1 mina (3 months’ wages) was rewarded with 10 cities. One city for every one mina gained shows the unimaginably generous reward He offers!

The time for investing what we have is limited. And with every passing day, the window of opportunity is getting smaller. To many, Jesus’ return seems distant and delayed. But the wise know beyond a doubt that He can return anytime – perhaps today. – Lin Choo Chan

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·         Matthew 25:13

·         Mark 13:33-37

·         Luke 12:37-40

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What are you doing with the “mina” God has given you? What would you hasten to do if you knew Jesus was coming back today?