In this episode of Untwisting Scripture, Lisa and Jan unpack the parable of the workers in the vineyard (Matthew 20:1–16) and continue their "Storytime with Jesus" series. If you've ever struggled with the idea of fairness in faith—like why someone who came to Jesus late in life gets the same grace you’ve worked your whole life to honor—this conversation will challenge, stretch, and refresh your view of God’s generosity.They explore what it means to be part of a kingdom that doesn't run on merit but on mercy, and how this upends our human sense of what's “fair.” This one will hit deep—especially if you’ve ever felt like the older brother in the story.Key Takeaways:The kingdom of God doesn’t operate on a “fair wage” system—it runs on radical grace.Our good works don’t earn us better standing; everything we receive is a gift.God’s generosity is shocking—and sometimes offensive—especially to those who’ve “done all the right things.”We're called to celebrate God’s grace in others, not grumble about it.Spiritual maturity means rejoicing when new believers enter the kingdom, even if their path looks wildly different than ours.Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome back + parable setup 03:00 – What grace actually means and how it binds us to God 06:00 – Recap: the rich young ruler and the cost of following Jesus 10:00 – Why “being good” isn’t enough—Jesus wants our whole hearts 12:00 – Reading the parable of the workers in the vineyard 15:00 – Why this story feels so unfair (and what that reveals in us) 17:00 – God’s right to give grace to whomever He chooses 20:00 – Does this connect to predestination? (The P-word discussion) 25:00 – How Christians sometimes grumble about latecomers to faith 27:00 – Public conversions, spiritual maturity, and judgment in the Church 30:00 – Encouragement to stay focused on grace over fairnessNotable Quotes:“God’s not impressed by status. His generosity is His to give—and that should make us rejoice.” “Salvation is instant. Sanctification takes a lifetime.”Related Episode: 🎧 Pearl of Great Price – Why the Kingdom is Worth It All (linked for context on grace & value)Call to Action: If this episode challenged you or helped untangle your thinking around grace, share it with someone who needs that same reminder. And hey—if you’ve ever felt like a “latecomer” to the kingdom, know this: you’re just as loved, just as welcome, and God is so glad you showed up.

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