Evening: Psalm 119:121-144; Matthew 20:1-16
“The last will be first and the first last”. In yesterday’s Gospel, these same words pointed to the irony that riches make fullness of life elusive. Today’s Gospel is a reality-check for any disciple of Jesus who thinks himself more worthy than the Johnny-come-lately who has done much less work. How easily we fall into making comparisons – Jesus warns us not to. Love extends gracious generosity to all, without distinction, and in equal measure. Where Grace is found, there is no lasting human hierarchy of status, or wealth, or value. You cannot earn Love … you do not need to.
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