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The Shrewd Manager
Parables of Jesus

The Shrewd Manager

Luke 16:1-15 3 min read · 5 min listen

A manager about to get fired cuts deals with his boss's debtors. Jesus praises the hustle. Wait, what?

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The Setup

Alright, team, let's set the stage. We're in the gospel of Luke, where Jesus is dropping some major parables on His followers. This one’s about a manager who's about to get canned. The drama is real, and the stakes are high.

This manager works for a wealthy man, and let's just say he's been a bit too creative with the books. He's accused of wasting his boss's resources. Yep, sounds like this dude's career is hitting a dead end.

With his job on the line, the manager has to act fast. Let's dive into this wild story and see how it unfolds.

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Key Takeaways

  • Be smart, not shady. Resourcefulness is praised, but integrity is key.
  • Faithfulness isn't about quantity. Trust starts with the little things.
  • Money can't be your master. Loyalty has to be to God first.
  • Check your motives. God sees past the hustle to your heart.
  • Earthly gain is temporary. Invest in what lasts forever.

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What is the story of The Shrewd Manager in the Bible?

A manager about to get fired cuts deals with his boss's debtors. Jesus praises the hustle. Wait, what? This story is found in Luke 16:1-15. Bible Tea retells it as an immersive audio experience with modern narration so you can listen anywhere.

What is Luke 16:1-15 about?

Luke 16:1-15 tells the story of The Shrewd Manager. A manager about to get fired cuts deals with his boss's debtors. Jesus praises the hustle. Wait, what? You can listen to the full retelling with immersive narration on the Bible Tea app.

What is the lesson of The Shrewd Manager?

Key takeaways from The Shrewd Manager: Be smart, not shady. Resourcefulness is praised, but integrity is key.. Faithfulness isn't about quantity. Trust starts with the little things.. Money can't be your master. Loyalty has to be to God first.. Listen to the full breakdown on Bible Tea.

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