Sermons on Matthew 25:16:

Put Your Talents To Work, And Enjoy The Master’s Response

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 15, 2023

How do you view your Master? It will affect the way you use your talents. In faith or fear?

11.19.23 Matthew 25:14–30 (EHV) 14 “You see, the kingdom of heaven is like a man going on a journey. He called his servants and entrusted his possessions to them. 15 To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to still another one talent, each according to his own ability. Then he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Lutheran

"Gun Fight At The Ok Corral: In Jerusalem?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 15, 2023

The parable of "talents"; its connection to the words of Jesus in "holy week", Is the "talent" our "gifts", our "works", or the "mystery" we possess: the free gift of mercy and eternal life, must be shared not buried.

In Jesus Holy Name November 17, 2023 Text: Matthew 25:14-15a Pentecost XVIII - Redeemer “Gun Fight at the OK Corral: In Jerusalem?” If you are a western movie buff you probably remember the movie directed by John Ford entitled: Gunfight at the O.K. Corral which was released in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Matthew 22:1-14, Matthew 21:33-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Take A Chance

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 16, 2023

Our parable today encourages each of us to take a chance two of the talents given each f those went and gained because they used their talents. As a result, they did something where the one who hid his talent had no gains excepts lost.

Matthew 25:14-30 “Take A Chance” 1. The Bible tells us Once again the parable is representing the end time, end of life, the end ends with judgment for all people. • The Kingdom of Heaven is likened to a man or master who set out on a journey • He called His slave sin one he gave 5 talent, one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Methodist

Settling Our Accounts

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 17, 2023

We must be faithful to invest our lives into the responsibilities God gives to us. The parable also warns us of the dangers of being lazy and passive by burying our talents.

ONE OF THE GREATEST DAYS OF RECONING FOR ANY AMERICAN IS APRIL 15TH WHEN OUR ANNUAL TAX RETURNS MUST BE FILED. WE MUST GIVE AN ACCOUNT TO THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AS TO OUR EARNINGS, GIFTS, INTEREST, AND CHARITABLE GIVING. I’VE HEARD IT SAID THAT IF WE HAVE NOTHING TO HIDE, THEN WE HAVE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Psalm 139:23-24, Matthew 24:36

Denomination: Free Methodist

Stewardship Of Talents: Investing In The Kingdom

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 19, 2023

A passage that challenges us to reflect deeply on the stewardship of the talents entrusted to us by our gracious and generous God.

Grace, mercy, and peace be with you, my beloved in Christ. Today, our hearts are invited to dwell upon a parable found in the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 14 to 30. It is a passage that challenges us to reflect deeply on the stewardship of the talents entrusted to us by our gracious and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Anglican

What Needs To Be Buried

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 20, 2023

A sermon for the season after Pentecost, Year A, lectionary 33

November 19, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 25:14-30 What Needs to Be Buried Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The parable of the servants and the talents leaves us with a very unsettled feeling. It falls ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Maximising Your Potential

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 11, 2025

God has placed great potential in everyone, but only those who identify, develop, and utilise their gifts can fulfil their destiny.

MAXIMISING YOUR POTENTIAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:14-30 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 1:5, 2 Timothy 1:6, Proverbs 18:16, Romans 12:6-8, Philippians 4:13 INTRODUCTION: God has deposited great potentials in every individual, but many fail to maximise them. Potential is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Jeremiah 1:5, 2 Timothy 1:6, Proverbs 18:16, Romans 12:6-8, Philippians 4:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Were Made For This PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024

This sermon explores our purposeful pursuit of God, the power to overcome through Christ, and our potential when actively participating in God's work. Key

Good morning, my dear friends. As we gather here today, we are united in our desire to seek God's wisdom and to understand His will for our lives. We find ourselves on the threshold of another day, another opportunity to grow in our faith and to walk in the footsteps of our Savior, Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: God's Purpose, Working Through Us

Stewardship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024

This sermon encourages us to recognize and utilize our God-given talents to serve Him and further His kingdom, as active participants in His divine plan.

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, we find ourselves standing at the precipice of a new week, a new dawn, teeming with possibilities and potential. It is in this spirit of anticipation, of hope, that we gather here today to delve into the word of God, to seek His wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: Stewardship

Partnering With Our Time PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I trust that the Lord has been keeping you well and that His grace continues to abound in your lives. It's a joy to share with you the truth from God's word today. Our focus this morning is on the parable of the talents, a passage that is found in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: Stewardship

"wake Up The Sleeping Church."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 7, 2022

This parable calls us to prepare for Christ's second coming. It emphasizes the importance of dedicating our full attention to this significant event. Let us wholeheartedly embrace this timeless message and confidently prepare for the glorious day when Christ returns for His church.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Ephesians 5:14) "Wherefore he saith, Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light." (Matthew 25:1-5) (1) "Then the kingdom of heaven, shall be likened ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, Isaiah 65:13, Matthew 25:11, Matthew 25:16, 1 Peter 4:17, Luke 12:40, Revelation 9:7, Matthew 13:35-37, Ephesians 5:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Renewing Our Consecration To God’s Purposes Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 19, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 8:9-13 focuses on the importance of Christians being on task and fulfilling their God-given calling in life. This remnant of Jews suffered unnecessary troubles when neglecting their God-given assignment but blessing as they obeyed.

Intro Our text today begins in Zechariah 8:9 with the words: “Thus says the Lord of hosts: 'Let your hands be strong.’”i The word translated strong is chazaq. It means “to be strong, be courageous, be firm, be resolute.”ii God used this word three times when commissioning Joshua for the task of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:1-23, John 6:38, Philippians 3:1-14, Ezra 5:1, 1 Kings 11:14, Jeremiah 24:9, Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 25:14-30, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

"putting Away Our Shovels

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 20, 2022

A sermon about putting God's love into daily action.

“Putting Away Our Shovels” Matthew 25:14-30 A wealthy man who goes away on a long journey. Before he leaves, he entrusts his riches to his servants. The first servant takes the money to the market, to a wealth management firm, we might say and invests in high-risk ventures. The second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: United Methodist

The Gospel On Money Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 28, 2024

My responsibility increases when it is someone else’s money. If I blow MY money, it’s one thing. If I blow YOUR money, it’s something else entirely.

The 40-Day Challenge is a series of sermons designed for your growth. It’s designed to motivate you to grow spiritually by forming 7 habits that Christians have used for centuries to grow in their faith. You have a card that was in your seat. Please put this in front of you for the next few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Matthew 13:12

Denomination: Baptist

"risk-Taking Discipleship"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 27, 2021

A stewardship sermon.

“Risk-Taking Discipleship” Matthew 25:14-30 Today’s parable is about a wealthy man who goes away on a long journey. Before he leaves, he apportions his wealth to his three servants. And it’s a lot of gold. The first servant takes the gold to a wealth management firm and invests in high-risk ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: United Methodist