THIN SPACE
This week in Prayer Hour, we’re going to be checking out the Parables of Jesus – the stories Jesus told about life in his Kingdom.
Today: The Parable of the Great Banquet
Luke 14: 15-24
When one of those at the table with him heard this, he said to Jesus, “Blessed is the one who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God.” Jesus replied: “A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. At the time of the banquet he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’ “But they all alike began to make excuses. The first said, ‘I have just bought a field, and I must go and see it. Please excuse me.’ “Another said, ‘I have just bought five yoke of oxen, and I’m on my way to try them out.
Please excuse me.’ “Still another said, ‘I just got married, so I can’t come.’ “The servant came back and reported this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angry and ordered his servant, ‘Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame.’ “‘Sir,’ the servant said, ‘what you ordered has been done, but there is still room.’ “Then the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full. I tell you, not one of those who were invited will get a taste of my banquet.’”
So what does it all mean?
The point that Jesus is trying to make is that the metaphorical banquet is ready, and He has come to Israel to bring her to it. Sadly, many are so preoccupied with their own understanding and expectations that they're unwilling to join Him. But that doesn't mean He's calling off the invitation!
He is now extending grace to those who have been shut out of the invitation. He's even going outside of Israel to Gentiles who weren't part of the initial request. This opportunity to enjoy a lavish meal with the Master will be lost for some—but it's being extended to others.
So, what is this saying to us??
We are included! We all have an invite, our name is on the guest list, all we need to do is accept the invitation.
This is the gospel it’s for everyone!
Have you accept your invitation?
Pray
Songs
What A Beautiful Name - CLICK HERE
Reckless Love - CLICK HERE
Come As You Are by - CLICK HERE