Sermons on Matthew 20:13-16:

Get Into The Field!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 13, 2008

Discussion of Jesus’ parable of the workers in the vineyard, emphasizing the fact that it’s never too late to get involved in the work of the Kingdom.

Get into the Field! Matthew 20:1-16 April 13, 2007 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I think it will come as a shock to absolutely no one here that I know next to nothing about agriculture. Almost ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Jesus Said About God's Mercy Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Jan 28, 2009

Grace comes from God, not by Merit, but by Mercy. In God’s Kingdom the last will be first and the first will be last.

“Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Mercy” Michael Wiley January 25, 2009 Matthew 20:1-16 Introduction: We hear about all the problems in the business world these days. Wall-Street, the bank loan crises. The auto industry etc… We hear about “big business.” But, we don’t hear a lot ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unlimited Gift Of Grace

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 21, 2008

God’s grace is extended to us. It is not something you earn or deserve. The Lord has the right to give it as He sees fit.

UNLIMITED GRACE OF GOD MATTHEW 20:1-16 INTRO TURN TO MATTHEW 20:1-16 THIS MORNING WE ARE GOING TO LOOK AT BEING FAIR AND JUST. BUT I THINK IF WE LOOK AT IT THROUGH THE EYES OF THE LORD, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Amazing Grace Of God

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2008

We have a generous and gracious God, who loves and cares for us. He saw our need and came to our rescue. We are simply blessed, by His grace.

20:1 “The kingdom of heaven is like…” It is a description of how God’s Kingdom functions. It is about how God treats his people. Why did Jesus tell this parable? • This parable grew out of Jesus’ encounter with the rich young man. • He is young and capable. In fact, he kept the commandments ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Opportunity In The Vineyard

Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Aug 11, 2008

God has work for us to do in His vineyard--the Church. Are we willing?

When the Romans used to attack a city, it was sometimes their custom to set up at the gate a white flag, and if the garrison surrendered while that white flag was there, their lives were spared. After that, the black flag was put up, and then every man was put to the sword. Throughout our lives, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding And Living Grace

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Aug 18, 2008

We in our humanity struggle to understand the depth and comprehensiveness of the divine concept of Grace. How can we try and understand this concept better?

Grace We visit the Columbia Asia Hospital occasionally. We always make an appointment for a specific time. I remember one occasion very clearly. We arrived early, the appointment was at 10.45 and we arrived at 10.15 am. We took the registration slips and sat down to wait. Half an hour wait in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Not A Capitalist Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Aug 21, 2008

This is the first in a 7-part series on the Parables. The Parable of the 11th Hour Work was told to describe God as a Landowner unlike any other.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Sitting In The Grumble Seat

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on May 11, 2009

There is no way to be a Humble Grumbler!

Sitting in the Grumble Seat Matthew 20:1-16 One of the most generous employers in the world and in history is Bob Thompson, the owner of an asphalt paving company for 40 years. Thompson struck it rich when he sold his company for $400 million, but he gave $128 million away to the hundreds of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Grumbling Over Grace

Contributed by Robert Drake on Apr 14, 2008

We need to learn how not to be jealous of another persons blessing and be happy for them.

Grumbling Over Grace Matthew 20: 1-16 This parable grows out of a reply to a statement made by Peter. Peter’s statement was the aftermath of Jesus’ parable about the rich young ruler. Peter said you told the rich young ruler to go and sell everything he had and follow you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Can You Live With Grace?

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 20, 2011

Can you really live with grace?

“Can You Live with Grace?” Matthew 20:1-16 On the first day of class the professor says, “I have this very complicated Math problem, the solution of which shall constitute you grade for the entire semester. I’m giving you the problem now so you can start working immediately ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Pro Sports And Our Paycheck"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Oct 21, 2011

We can become discontent when we look at other peoples income. We were happy when we got hired to do a position and happy with our wages. This lesson will help you to see how you can get out of this rut of always wanting more.

Matthew 20:1-15 ““For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire men to work in his vineyard. He agreed to pay them a denarius for the day and sent them into his vineyard. “About the third hour he went out and saw others standing in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-15

Will There Be Degrees Of Rewards? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 19, 2012

Will I be rewarded for what I do for the cause of Christ? It is a question many Christians ask, and perhaps many more hold unconsciously in their mind.

“For the kingdom of heaven is like a master of a house who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the marketplace, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

That's Not Fair! No, That's Grace! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 19, 2012

The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard is a picture of God's grace.

INTRODUCTION One of the most common internet urban myths spread by emails is that Microsoft founder, Bill Gates, once spoke to a high school graduation and shared some practical life rules. Bill Gates never did that. But California educator, Charles Sykes, DID create the rules attributed to Bill ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Workers In The Vineyard

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 18, 2011

A look at all of us who work in the vineyard and our attitude in our work.

I can remember as a boy riding with my Dad into the downtown area, in my hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana, and seeing a crowd of men standing on a certain street. There were so many of them that there did not seem to be any room left to walk on the sidewalk. I asked my father what they were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

The New Deal

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Sep 18, 2011

A different twist on the parable of the vineyard owner that offers who to those in desperate need of relief and recovery through the reforms of Jesus Christ.

INTRO Between the years 1933 and 1936, President Franklin D. Roosevelt enacted a series of economic programs called “The New Deal.” "His programs served as a response to the effects of the Great Depression, and “focused on what historians call the "3 Rs": Relief, Recovery, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran