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A Vineyard Story

A Vineyard Story

Mar 08, 2026

Passage: Matt. 21:33-46

Preacher: Rob Holster

Series: Gospel of the Kingdom

Summary:

Last time we looked at a parable of Jesus––a story of two sons. It was a contrast of repentance and religion. God is looking for repentance, represented by the son who at first declined to work in his father's vineyard. Religion––or I should say––empty religion––is represented by the other son, who said he would work, but didn't. It was an insult to the religious leaders because they were the ones who focused on the outward, external parts of worship. They wanted to be seen in a certain way. Jesus got to the heart of the matter––to their hearts––saying, "I tell you the truth, corrupt tax collectors and prostitutes will get into the Kingdom of God before you do." So we'll look at another parable this Sunday––a story about a vineyard––where Jesus continues this theme of the Kingdom being given to those who repent, not those who are religious. This was shocking and insulting news to the religious leaders in first century Jerusalem, but the story hits hard today, too. Because the world still struggles with the question: What do we do with Jesus? Do we receive him? Or do we reject him? Our answer to this question is important because it has everything to do with inheriting the Kingdom of God.

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