Ep 7. The Parable of The Talents
- October 11, 2017
- 5 min
The Parables of Jesus for Kids season 3 episode 7 is titled "The Parable of The Talents". In this episode, the biblical story of The Parable of The Talents is narrated and illustrated in a child-friendly manner.
The episode opens with three servants being given talents by their master before he leaves on a journey. The first servant is given five talents, the second is given two talents, and the third is given one talent. The master tells them to invest the talents while he is away and return with profit upon his return.
The first servant invests his five talents and gains five more talents, making ten in total. The second servant invests his two talents and gains two more, making four in total. However, the third servant became fearful and buried his one talent in the ground, not wanting to take any risks.
Upon the master's return, he asks for an account of each servant's investment. The first servant presents his ten talents, and the master rewards him by putting him in charge of many things. The second servant presents his four talents and is also rewarded by being put in charge of many things. The third servant presents his one talent, but the master is displeased and takes the one talent away from him.
The narrator then explains the meaning of the parable to the children. The talents represent the gifts and abilities that God has given to each person. The master represents God, who expects his servants to use their gifts wisely and take risks in order to make a difference in the world. The first two servants who invested their talents represent those who use their gifts well and make a difference, while the third servant who buried his talent represents those who play it safe and do not try to make a difference.
The episode ends with the narrator encouraging the children to use their gifts to make a difference and not be afraid to take risks.
Overall, "The Parable of The Talents" episode of Parables of Jesus for Kids season 3 is an excellent tool for teaching children about responsibility, using their gifts wisely, and taking risks. It presents the biblical story in a manner that is easy for children to understand, making it an excellent resource for parents and Sunday school teachers alike.