In a surprising parable, Jesus told of a dishonest manager who, facing dismissal, cleverly reduced his master's debtors to secure his future. Christ commends him for his shrewd planning. He was not endorsing dishonesty, but highlighting the steward's urgency and foresight. We are all stewards of God's resources and will face judgment on day. We must invest our spiritual resources in God's kingdom and not serve money as our master.