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Matthew 21:28

King James Version (KJV)

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Matthew 21:28

Verse 28 of 46

Scripture focus

But what think ye? A [certain] man had two sons; and he came to the first, and said, Son, go work to day in my vineyard.

Matthew 21:28 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Matthew 21:28

Theological / Devotional

What think ye? [The Two Sons, Matt. 21:28-32. See on parables pp. 203-207.] The purpose of Jesus in this parable was to set forth the true nature of the choice the Jewish leaders were making with respect to the gospel of the kingdom as proclaimed by John the Baptist and by Jesus. Tactfully but purposefully Jesus led them, as He so often did, to condemn themselves (see v. 41), so that they might view their conduct in its true light.

A certain man. In this parable, God.

Two sons. Ever since the entrance of sin the two classes here represented have been in the world, those who obey and those who do not. Thus it is today, and thus it will be till the close of time.

First. This son is representative of all who make no profession of service to God, but are living in open transgression.

Go work to day. This command God gives to every “son.” None are exempt.

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