Daily Scripture, August 30, 2025
Scripture:
1 Thessalonians 4:9-11
Matthew 25:14-30
Reflection:
In today’s gospel, we hear of the master who gives three servants talents before traveling. Upon his return, he asks each what they have done with these talents.
Although Jesus uses the word talents (a measure of money) in today’s reading, it is reasonable to consider an expanded definition of this word.
Everyone is endowed with talents of varying degrees. These God given talents are uniquely ours to develop and grow. Can you name a talent with which you are particularly gifted? Have you fully pursued this talent for the betterment of others?
In our daily lives, we have many opportunities to use our talents. Patience in traffic, kindness in shopping lines, empathy for those less fortunate than ourselves, and care for our surroundings and earth, just to name a few. We should encourage others to hone their skills and develop good talents, recognizing their uniqueness and abilities. The servant who received only one talent was fearful of his lord and therefore became paralyzed by inaction.
We are called to unbury our neglected or unused talents. Promote care for those who have little to nothing, walk in others’ shoes before having an opinion, understand varied cultures and their richness, and most of all, put fear aside and act to be part of the kingdom of God.
Bill Thoman serves on the Passionist Alumni Council and is active with the Share Our Gifts organization of the Passionist Alumni Association. Bill and his wife live in Cincinnati and have 3 daughters and 5 grandchildren.
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