In the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30 and in the two preceding parables, Jesus prepared his followers for his absence. He wanted us to know what to do until he returns, even if he delays a long time. As it turns out, he didn’t ask all of us to do great things, but he does expect us to do something with what he had given us. However, before we do something for him, we first need to grasp what he has already done for us.
God used the sinful actions of humans to fulfill his will to provide the innocent one to take the place of the guilty.
In three related episodes, Jesus demonstrated his authority to forgive our sins.
When we fulfill the roles assigned to us by God, both children and parents end up happier.
