Matthew 20:1-16

The text before us is a parable which firstly illustrates the kingdom of heaven (v. 1) and secondly explains Jesus’ answer to a question asked by Peter (see Matt. 19:28-30). Peter had asked Jesus what reward could be expected by those who had forsaken all to follow Him. Jesus had answered that they would receive 100 fold and everlasting life but that there would be many who had been first which would be…