It should not be allowed to assume a god-like status in our lives. We should learn to maximize our resources for the Kingdom within our given human-ness. Conserve for the Kingdom rather than dissipate for ourselves - Little by little. The maximizing of time, talent and tinkle for the Kingdom, is the most neglected of the above principles, yet it is prominent in the New Testament, cf. Learning to handle our resources is excellent preparation for our reign with Christ in eternity.
Worldly people are shrewd in the way they use their resources for their future life.
Believers should be just as shrewd. Our future lies in eternity and how we handle our resources here, prepares us for there. Determine where the parable ends and Jesus' comments begin. The steward had foresight in providing for his earthly future. A 10pt justified Times New Roman version of the above study suitable for printing in a 1 page A4, or 2 page A5 format.