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January 20
Introduction
Today’s reading includes a parable about workers in a vineyard who are hired at different times during the day but receive the same wage. Jesus uses this parable to teach about the Kingdom of heaven. Today’s reading concludes with Jesus speaking a third time about his death.
Today’s Key Scripture: Matthew 20:16
And Jesus concluded, “So those who are last will be first, and those who are first will be last.”
Today’s Reading
Matthew 20:1-19
Reflect
In the parable of the workers in the vineyard, the last ones hired receive the same wage as those who were hired first. What is your reaction to this? Do you agree that the landowner was generous as he said (verse 15)? Why or why not? In what way does this parable provide insight into the Kingdom of heaven?
Pray
Almighty God, your ways are not our ways. Teach us what it means to be part of your kingdom. Your ways are transformative and good. May my words and actions this day reflect your generous and extravagant love and care for all people. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Day laborers
Tomorrow’s Reading
Matthew 20:20-34: Jesus teaches about what it means to serve.
Scripture
About this Plan
Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Life-Giving Word of Discipleship.”
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