Bible Verses About "What Is the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard"
The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard teaches that God's grace is generous and equal—salvation is a gift, not payment based on merit.
The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard teaches that God's grace is generous and equal—salvation is a gift, not payment based on merit.
"Is it not lawful for me to do what I will with mine own? Is thine eye evil, because I am good? So the last shall be first, and the first last." — Matthew 20:15-16 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Is it not lawful for me to do what I will with mine own? Is thine eye evil, because I am good? So the last shall be first, and the first last."
"For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord."
"For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast."
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