As we mature we realize we can do some things better that others. Some even call us talented. Jesus uses a parable to explain how these gifts, the gifts he has given us, can benefit all of man kind.
Many of us think of money that God gave the servants in the parable, but talents are also gifts. God has given all us talents, special gifts. They are not ours, they are given to us by God to be used for his glory; to return these gifts in ways that bring others closer to God.
These gifts are not to be used by us to hide, or to turn them to selfish ends. No, these gifts are to be used to spread and advance the kingdom of god.
Sadly, many of those God has gifted have sold their gifts to "the world" for fame and fortune.
This is a trap that many of God's most gifted people fall into. In the end, they sadly realize that they sold their soul to the devil himself for a little fame and a few dollars which have little meaning in the big picture of life.
Great people don't just wake up someday and become great, they discover something they can do and then put it to work with lots of practice. Some can sing, some can write, some have courage, others can speak, others have an ear to listen and to console, others can move mountains and roadblocks for others.
We all have choices in this life. We all come to a crossroad at times when we can choose the Lord or this world. Take an inventory of your gifts and then decide how to use them for the glory of God.
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