Jesus was teaching this parable in the Temple to
believers in Him and Unbelievers (elders and priests) “The Father asks his two
sons to work in the vineyard. Both
sons’ attitudes and actions were contrary to the Father’s request. The older son said ‘no’, but then changed to
‘yes’. The youngest replied ‘yes’, but
his actions said ‘no’ for he did not go.
Jesus then told the listeners that neither son obeyed the Father…”
“Jesus then told the believers and unbelievers of
the consequences of their failure to do the Father’s Will”
How do we understand and use this parable in our
Christian lives today? Do we often
postpone our commitment and opportunities when the Father calls us to serve
Him? Do we say ‘Yes, ‘No’ or ‘Maybe’? Do we wait for a more convenient time to
answer His Call for service?
Are we willing to surrender our time, talents,
and finances to reach out to unbelievers who need to hear the Gospel of Jesus
Christ, especially the inactive members of our own congregation? Many inactive members are trying to struggle
through life’s challenges without acknowledging Christ who consistently asks
believers and unbelievers to accept and receive His Unconditional Love.
May we let the parable of the two sons help us to
be alert and ready to say , “Yes Lord”, we want to trust and obey whatever You
ask us to do with dedication and enthusiasm without DELAY.
Prayer:
Dear Lord,
Thank you for the Gift of Grace through Calvary. Remember we cannot spell JESUS and not
include U and US as well as Resurrection.
In Your Name we pray.
Amen.
Martha King
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