Jesus & Our Expectations

We all have expectations formed by our own desires, experiences, and culture. When those expectations become the framework by which we see God, our love for Him can turn to frustration and even rejection. In the story of the ten minas, Jesus reframes the false expectations placed on him by those who want Him to do their will, namely overthrow Rome. Instead, he tells a story of a nobleman who leaves to receive the authority for His kingdom and entrusts His money with ten servants. Those that know Him know what to do and experience incredible returns on their hard work and investment. But one servant chooses to use an excuse of bad expectations to not have to work. He shows that he does not know the nobleman and joins the fate of the citizens who hate the nobleman. This story was and is a clear statement that we cannot fit Jesus into our expectations, but can have our expectations shaped by knowing and serving Him. The fruit is incredible return for His kingdom, and the joy that comes with serving Him.