25th Sunday, Year C

In each of the parables of Luke 16 the beginnings are similar: these was a rich man. In our gospel the rich man returns after hearing a report of some of a scheming steward. The parable has been a problem for interpreters. What are we to make of the end of the parable when the schemer is commended for his actions which seem to us as so plainly dishonest. Is he commended for wise decision making when push-came-to-shove? Is it meant to be irony? Are we meant to be “schemers” for the Kingdom of God?

Take a moment and consider all that Jesus’ parable has to offer.  Do it from the comfort of your back porch!

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