In the Parable of the Dishonest Manager (Luke 16:1-13), what is the most likely reason Jesus commended the manager's shrewdness, despite his dishonesty?

A Because Jesus condoned dishonesty when used for personal gain. B Because the manager demonstrated the importance of prioritizing earthly wealth over spiritual matters. C Because the manager used his present resources to secure his future, illustrating how believers should use earthly resources to secure an eternal future. D Because the manager’s actions showed that forgiveness can be earned through clever manipulation.