Matthew 21:28-32

The Parable of the Two Sons

28 “What do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’

29 “‘I will not,’ he answered, but later he changed his mind and went.

30 “Then the father went to the other son and said the same thing. He answered, ‘I will, sir,’ but he did not go.

31 “Which of the two did what his father wanted?”

“The first,” they answered.

Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God ahead of you. 32 For John came to you to show you the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and the prostitutes did. And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him.

Pondering Point

Last week we highlighted the importance of making God a priority by coming to him; this week we highlight the priority of going for God.

Today's verse comes from a parable in Matthew 21:28-32 which portrays a father telling each of his two sons to go work in the vineyard for him. As you read the parable, consider whether there is a reflection of you in either or both of these two sons.

Which of God’s children does He ask to work in His vineyard?

This is good conversation fodder with the Lord in prayer and with a group of fellow disciples either now or later when you gather together for small group or micro-group time.