14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods. 15 And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and straightway took his journey. (Matthew 25:14-15 KJV)
William Burkitt’s Commentary
Observe here, the person intrusting, Christ; the persons intrusted, all Christians; the talents they are intrusted with, goods; that is, goods of providence, riches and honours; gifts of mind, wisdom, parts and learning; gifts of grace: all these goods Christ dispenses variously; more to some, fewer to others, but with expectation of improvement from all.
Learn, 1. That Christ is the great Lord of the universe, and Owner of all his servants’ goods and talents.
2. That every talent is given us by our Lord to improve and employ for our Master’s use and service.
3. That it pleases the Lord to dispense his gifts variously among his servants; to some he commits more, to others fewer talents.
4. That to this Lord of ours every one of us must be accountable and responsible for every talent committed to us, and intrusted with us.