Matthew 21:33, 35-39

Matthew 21:33, 35-39
If Only This Was Only a Parable …

The Landowner’s Development of a Planted Vineyard Property

  • Walled Boundary (No Facility Confusion)
  • Dug Winepress (State-of-the-Art Installation)
  • Watchtower Built (Safety for Others)

The Tenants’ Abuse of Property Privileges

  • Seized Servants
  1. Beaten
  2. Killed
  3. Stoned
  • Son Sacrificed
  1. Took
  2. Threw
  3. Killed

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Luke 15:18-20, 22-23

Luke 15:18-20, 22-23
The Prodigal (Finally) Had a Real Plan of Action

  • Set Out for Home
  • Go Back to His Father
  • Speak to His Father

The Prodigal Had a Carefully Planned Speech

  • I Have Sinned
  • I Am No Longer Worthy
  • Make Me (Like) a Servant

The Father Had Other Plans for His Son

  • Saw Him (with Compassion)
  • Ran to Him
  • Hugged Him
  • Kissed Him

The Father Had Other Things to Say about Three Fashion Statements (and One Part of a Feast Menu)

  • A Robe
  • A Ring
  • Sandals
  • A Fattened Calf

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