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That's Not Fair!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20:1-16), Jesus confronts human notions of merit and fairness by illustrating a landowner who grants equal pay—a full day's denarius—to workers hired throughout the day, regardless of their hours labored. This teaching reveals that God's kingdom operates on unconditional grace rather than earned entitlement, exposing how comparison breeds envy, resentment, and a scorekeeping mindset that blinds us to divine generosity. Ultimately, the parable calls believers to reject prideful entitlement, resist measuring their spiritual standing against others, and embrace humble, faithful service driven purely by gratitude and love for a sovereignly generous God.
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Eight)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe should not expect brethren to be perfect; we all sin. God has not given His People the prerogative to judge another member as a tare.
The Laborers: Matthew 20:1-16
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBecause God is completely just, we have an obligation to be content with what He has given us, to allow Him to use us for whatever purpose He desires.
Many Are Called, Few Are Chosen
'Ready Answer' by John O. ReidGod's calling and predestination can be confusing, especially the verse that 'many are called, but few are chosen'. Why does God not just choose everyone?
Prosperity: What Is True Wealth?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsNew Testament examples reverse the Old Testament emphasis, focusing instead on upon the wealth of spiritual character, salvation, and eternal life.
God's Calling and Election
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWe have been given something far more valuable than the lottery, namely our calling. We are obligated not to squander this valuable opportunity.