The complexity of the parable of the dishonest manager found in Luke rsquo s Gospel alone did not stop the church fathers from cutting to the heart of the matter Jesus commended the dishonest manager for slashing the amount of money the debtors owed to his master and encouraged his listeners to a

“Against you, you alone, have I sinned, and done what is evil in your sight.”

“Whoever does not carry the cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.”

Someone asked him, “Lord, will only a few be saved?”

“For great is the might of the Lord; but by the humble he is glorified.”

“Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.”