Luke 16:9

"“His lord commended the dishonest manager because he had done wisely, for the children of this world are, in their own generation, wiser than the children of the light."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights Jesus' teaching on wisdom and stewardship. He commends a dishonest manager for his shrewdness in worldly matters, suggesting that even those outside God's "light" can be more prudent in handling resources than believers sometimes are. This contrast underscores the need for Christians to learn from this world’s wisdom while remaining faithful to their spiritual responsibilities.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 9. I say unto you. I, Jesus, say to you, my disciples. Make to yourselves friends. Some have understood the word friends, here, as referring to the poor; others, to holy angels; and others, to God. Perhaps, however, the word should not be considered as referring to any particular persons, but is used in accordance with the preceding parable; for in the application our Saviour uses the language appropriated to the conduct of the steward to express the general truth that we are to make a proper use of riches.

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