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Matthew 21:31, 41, 45

Matthew 21:31 NLT

“Which of the two obeyed his father?” They replied, “The first.” Then Jesus explained his meaning: “I tell you the truth, corrupt tax collectors and prostitutes will get into the Kingdom of God before you do.

Matthew 21:41 NLT

The religious leaders replied, “He will put the wicked men to a horrible death and lease the vineyard to others who will give him his share of the crop after each harvest.”

Matthew 21:45 NLT

When the leading priests and Pharisees heard this parable, they realized he was telling the story against them—they were the wicked farmers.