Matthew 20:1-16

The Lord generously rewards his faithful servants

Matthew 20:1-2
Genesis 2:8, 15

Five Hiring Phases
1. Early morning: before 6am
2. Third hour: about 9am
3. Sixth hour: noon
4. Ninth hour: 3pm
5. Eleventh hour: 5pm

Matthew 20:6-7

Matthew 20:11-16

Our God is a generous God, who brings in all kinds of people into his kingdom, even the unwanted, the undesirable, and the outcast.

Matthew 20:20-28

Three Important Truths:
1. There is a position of honor for servants of the Lord
2. The position of honor is weighty, heavy
3. Kingdom honor/reward is different than the world

Application:
1. Accept God invitation into his kingdom
2. Even 11th hour hires are deeply loved by God
3. Work for an eternal reward

Colossians 3:23-24