Parable of the Talents - Tim Knipp Matthew 25:14-30

How I wish our resident poet, Carol, had been here for this one. My words will not come close to conveying this message. Perhaps she will listen and respond later?

Three given
Varying amounts
To manage for the master.

Committed,
Two risked full treasure
Holding back nothing.
The joy approval and pleasure
Of the master,
Motivation for action.


Preserving his nest egg
Fear digging the hide-out,
The third's tentative, indecisive
Exertion fueled by anxiety.

Well done, not "productive" or "successful,"
But faithful servant,
Risking all.
Enter joy with me.

No justification enough
To hinder hesitation's reward
Discipline for fear of failure
Be gone from me. 

Trust His goodness
Silence faint-heartedness.
Commit your treasure.
Be willing, faithful.