Monday, September 29, 2025

Making Sense of the Shrewd Manager - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.


In this powerful message, we're challenged to reconsider our understanding of good and bad, perfection and imperfection in both the Bible and our daily lives. The parable of the shrewd manager in Luke 16:1-13 serves as a springboard for a deeper exploration of how we navigate complex moral landscapes. We're reminded that even biblical figures were flawed, encouraging us to look for 'friends' rather than 'heroes' in scripture. This perspective shift invites us to embrace our own imperfections and recognize God's grace in our lives. The sermon beautifully connects the manager's debt cancellation to Jesus' ultimate cancellation of our spiritual debt, emphasizing God's boundless mercy and forgiveness. As we reflect on this, we're called to extend similar grace to others, challenging us to reconsider our attitudes towards modern debt forgiveness and social justice issues.

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