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The Parable of the Two Sons: Turning, Regretting, and Going

Explore the important lessons from the Parable of the Two Sons found in Matthew 21:28-32. Discover the significance of turning from sin, regretting our actions, and taking action. Find inspiration from biblical passages and examples on how to live a faithful life in service to God.

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The Parable of the Two Sons: Turning, Regretting, and Going

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  1. Welcome to Pine Grove Church of Christ Pine Grove Church of Christ – 06/13/10

  2. The Parable of the Two Sons Pine Grove Church of Christ – 06/13/10

  3. The Parable of the Two Sons • Ezekiel 18:21-32 – • (21) “if a wicked man turns from all his sins… he shall surely live” • (24) “if a righteous man turns away from his righteousness… he shall die” • (30)“Repent, and turn from all your transgressions, so that iniquity will not be your ruin” • (32) “Therefore turn and live!”

  4. The Parable of the Two Sons • The Parable of the Two Sons • Matthew 21:28-32

  5. The Parable of the Two Sons • First Son • Second Son

  6. First Son • (29) “He answered and said, ‘ I will not,” • Romans 3:23 – “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” • Isaiah 53:5-6 – “All we like sheep have gone astray”

  7. First Son • (29) “but afterward he regretted it and went” • He Regretted it • II Corinthians 7:9-11 – “For godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation” • Psalm 51:3-4 – “Against You, You only, have I sinned”

  8. First Son • (29) “but afterward he regretted it and went” • And Went • John 3:3,7-14 –“bear fruits worthy of repentance” • Ephesians 4:17-32 – “put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man… and that you put on the new man which was created according to God” • Example: Paul – Acts 9:1-3, 17-22

  9. The Parable of the Two Sons • First Son • Second Son

  10. Second Son • (30) “He answered and said, ‘I go, sir,” • Isaiah • Isaiah 6:8 – “Here am I! Send Me” • Four Fishermen • Mark 1:16-20 – “They immediately left their nets and followed Him” • Saul • Acts 9:6 – “Lord, what do You want me to do?”

  11. Second Son • (30) “but he did not go” • Studying God’s Word • II Timothy 2:15 – “Be diligent (study) to present yourself approved to God”

  12. Second Son • (30) “but he did not go” • Studying God’s Word • Worshiping God Faithfully • Hebrews 10:23-25 – “not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together”

  13. Second Son • (30) “but he did not go” • Studying God’s Word • Worshiping God Faithfully • Teaching God’s Word • Mark 16:15 – “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature”

  14. Second Son • (30) “but he did not go” • Studying God’s Word • Worshiping God Faithfully • Teaching God’s Word • Helping Others • Galatians 6:9-10 – “let us do good to all”

  15. Conclusion • (31) “Which of the two did the will of his Father?” • “They said to Him, “The first”. • If you are described as the first son… • Ezekiel 18:32 – “Therefore turn and live!” • If you are described as the second son… • Ezekiel 18:32 – “Therefore turn and live!”

  16. Welcome to Pine Grove Church of Christ Pine Grove Church of Christ – 06/13/10

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