097. Man, The One-Talent

097. Man, The One-Talent

97 THE ONE-TALENT MAN Matthew 25:13-30

INTRODUCTION Similar to parable of the pounds inLuke 19:11-27. The lesson:men with same gifts may make different use of them.

I. TALENTS COMMITTED TO THREE 1. Each received according to ability .

2. Two used their s and gained 100%.

3. One did not use his.

II. HE ACCEPTED HIS RESPONSIBILITY FOR ONE I. He took his master’s money; he was morally responsible for the use of it.

2. All are entrusted with at least one talent.

3. Must increase what we have by use.

III. HE HAD ALL THAT HE COULD USE (1 Corinthians 4:7;1 Corinthians 12:11) 1. All would not remain equal; even if born so.

2. A diversity of USE with equality of opportunity.

3. A gift is not for personal pride, but USE.

4. No one should be depressed by limitations. (Luke 16:10.) 5. God shows same care in making an atom as a star.

IV. DID NOT USE WHAT HE HAD 1. He hid his lord’s money in the ground.

2. It was given him to USE-not to hide.

3. It is tragic to think of the buried talent in the church.

V. HE BLAMED OTHERS FOR HIS FAILURE 1. He came up last, but had his alibi ready.

2. We try to blame others for our faults and failures.

3. His master replied, "Your excuse establishes your guilt."

VI. HE LOST HIS ONE TALENT 1. He proved himself unworthy; he lost.

2. This is a law of nature-Mammoth Cave fish have no sight.

VII. HE LOST HIS OWN SOUL 1. Other two entered into joy, but this one thrust out .

2. Useless church members will be lost.