In the earlier parables, Jesus left people wondering what he meant. In the latter parables, Jesus was often very direct. For example, in Matthew 21:33-46, Jesus spoke a parable directly against the leaders of the Temple in Jerusalem. They had no problem understanding the parable, but they trapped themselves by their reaction to it. We too need to be careful not to fall into the same trap.
Because God's power is greater than ours, we ought to obey God, knowing that the joy he gives is greater than suffering humans can...
The chief priest could not control his wicked sons, so God removed them all and raised up the one who could intercede between humans...
An overview of the history of redemption, from Genesis to Revelation in four acts
