Christ shows us that trying to get first place in the Kingdom doesn't work like in this world. In order to be great - you must become a servant.I. Parable of the Laborers in the Master's Vineyard\* For - explaining 18:30 - First last/Last First- hires laborers early middle late day - denarius - day's wages- pays the same- rewards/wages based in the King's generosityII. Jesus predicts his death and resurrection 3rd time- geography - nearing Jerusalem- Ch. 19 - leaving Galilee in JudeaIII. The Great in the Kingdom v.20-28cupv.25 - Lord it over, exercise authorityGreat = servant, slavelow social status, others focusedChrist - model of service, ransomIV. Jesus heals two blind men v.29-34- two sitting- very similar to story in Mt. 8- geography - Jericho- Last place - rebuked by crowdTruth - The Son of Man came to serve, give his life. - model of greatness. Application: Serve others rather than seeking power and authorityRead from: The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® (ESV®) © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. All rights reserved.

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