Rejected by Those He Blessed | Luke 20:9–16

Scripture

• Luke 20:9–16

About this sermon

Speaker: Pastor Ken Addison, Teaching Pastor Beulah Baptist Church | Hopkins, SC Sermon preached: November 8, 2020 Scripture: Luke 20:9–16 In Luke 20:9–16, Pastor Ken Addison teaches from Jesus’ parable of the wicked tenants. In this parable, the vineyard represents Israel, the tenants represent Israel’s religious leaders, the servants represent the prophets, and the beloved son points clearly to Jesus Christ. God had blessed His people and called for the fruit of faithful worship, obedience, and repentance, but they repeatedly rejected the messengers He sent. This sermon reminds us that God expects fruit from the lives of His people. Jesus said that the Father is glorified when His disciples bear much fruit. The Christian life should be marked by repentance, holiness, obedience, love for God’s Word, faithful ministry, and visible gospel fruit. The message also exposes the rebellion of the human heart. Like the wicked tenants, sinners naturally resist God’s authority and want control over what belongs to Him. Even believers must guard against the temptation to ignore God’s Word, reject correction, and resist the rightful authority of Christ. At the same time, this parable displays the stunning patience and mercy of God. Though Israel rejected prophet after prophet, God sent His beloved Son. Jesus came knowing He would be rejected and killed, yet through His death and resurrection He became the cornerstone of salvation for all who believe. This sermon also warns that those who reject Christ will face judgment. Jesus is the cornerstone. Those who reject Him will be broken, but those who trust in Him stand secure on the only foundation that saves. Watch and be challenged to bear gospel fruit, respond to God’s patience with repentance, and stand by faith on Jesus Christ, the rejected Son and risen cornerstone. Thank you for watching. While you are here, we invite you to subscribe to our channel for more sermons and biblical encouragement. Beulah Baptist Church | Hopkins, SC We are a growing congregation located in southeast Columbia, SC. We seek to know Jesus and make Him known in our community and in the world. Website: https://www.beulahbaptist.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beulahbaptist.churchSC Instagram: https://instagram.com/beulahbaptist.church

Topics

• Blessing & Favor