Picking holes in the analogy doesn’t disprove anything, because the analogy doesn’t aim to prove anything. It is merely an illustration, to demonstrate the foolishness of those who think obedience to the King somehow EARNS their way into His kingdom and contradicts His statement that entrance is free.
But in order to prove that Jesus requires something of His disciples, we need only turn to the Scriptures - which we’ve done. Maybe we should ask why some get into the kingdom, while others who want in are shut out. What makes the difference?
I’ll have to leave it there, my friend, since the day’s half gone and I’ve got work that needs doing. But I’ll check back later, so let me know if you think the discussion is worth continuing. :-)
Again, try viewing this new covenant which Jesus introduced on the night of Passover before His crucifixion as a family thing. Then perhaps you can find deeper meaning in the parable of the talents and the servants, deeper than the number of coins banked and gained and taken to give to another. HINT: it is not about getting saved, it is about rewards for those entrusted with His Life. But to ‘get it’ you first have to understand how God’s Life gets into the dead soul of man. God remains Sovereign of His Creation ALL His creation, even His family members.