1. The King of Grace
Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard

2. Parables What are they? Fictional stories of Jesus told
They reveal truths about God, His Kingdom, and Ourselves

3. The King of Grace Is the Initiator
Day Laborers could only hope that someone would come to hire them
We have everything to gain by Him coming to us

4. The King of Grace Is All-Inclusive
Landowner goes out all throughout the day
God wants us all
1 Timothy 2:4

5. The King of Grace Is Generous
Grace is always more than what we deserve, and never less!
A King of Fair would give us what we deserve
God punished Jesus for my sin… THAT’S NOT FAIR!!! THAT IS GRACE!

6. The King of Grace Gives Grace to those who Trust Him
The workers who received more than what they deserved only had the word of the landowner, not a contract
We don’t want to miss out on Grace, it is what separates Christianity from all other religions

7. The King of Grace What now? Step 1: Place your faith in Jesus
Step 2: Imitate the King of Grace and continue to trust Him
Initiate with Others
Be All-Inclusive
Practice Generosity
Continue to Trust Him

8. The King of Grace Discussion Questions
All of us can struggle with being bold or vulnerable, what truths were mentioned today that are encouraging you to initiate deep conversations with others this summer?
What can you be doing to invite others into your life this summer? Think of things you are passionate about that you could share with others.

9. The King of Grace
Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard