DON'T LOSE WISELY

Reading the teachings of the Lord Jesus about the dishonest treasurer, a question arose, "Did Jesus praise the dishonesty of the treasurer?" However, after I examined it, it turned out that it was not dishonesty that was the basis of the praise from the master of the treasurer, but his wisdom in responding to a situation that seemed disadvantageous to him. What did the treasurer actually do?

This story begins with a report received by the master from the treasurer about the squandering of his property (vv. 1-2), which led to his dismissal. The treasurer then thought about how to ensure his safety after he no longer worked. Finally, with cunning, the treasurer reduced the debts of those who owed his master, hoping that they would reciprocate (vv. 4-7). This is the form of wisdom that is praised because he could anticipate the difficult situation that was about to come. Jesus then added a little conclusion, "The sons of this world are more shrewd in dealing with their own generation than the sons of light."

There seems to be a satire in the notes that Jesus conveyed, but it is true. Sometimes God's people choose to surrender or use spiritual reasons, rather than anticipate and act wisely when financial problems are imminent. Moreover, as God's people, there is wisdom ready to be given so that they can respond to difficult situations appropriately—of course, while maintaining the principles of life according to the word of God so as not to become a stumbling block. --GHJ/www.renunganharian.net