[Sunday] First You're Last - Missio Dei

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Written By Cris Escher

It’s always amazing to see us, workers of God’s kingdom, trying to maintain a pecking order of righteousness in the midst of such great generosity of our God. 

QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK:   First You’re Last

  1. When do you feel the pressure to be first or the best?  When has that backfired on you?

  2. Read Matthew 20:1-16.  What is the danger of thinking this parable is about compensation for work completed?

  3. What is the danger of thinking you deserve something special if you’re a diligent worker?

  4. What does it look like for you to rejoice in the “denarius” that God gives to you this week?

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