the King, the Servants and the Money

The King, the Servants and the Money
Luke 19.11-27

King Richard I reigned over England from 1189 to 1199. For most of the first half of his reign he was abroad, fighting in the Crusades; then, as he made his way home, he was captured and imprisoned. During his absence, his brother John gained support for his rival claim to the throne from various powerful persons, including the Bishop of Lichfield. When Richard finally returned in 1194, he pardoned the Bishop for his disloyalty, on condition that he rebuild his cathedral. Thus, through the return and judgment of an unexpected king, there arose the glorious church which stands to this day...

Taken from Luke for Everyone – by Tom Wright