Mike Eells 6-25-17 // The Eccentric Employer: When God’s Generosity Offends Our Sense of Fairness (Matt. 20:1-16)

What if you worked all day in scorching heat, then watched your employer pay the guy who showed up in the last hour the exact same wage you earned? You'd be furious, right? That's exactly the reaction Jesus wanted when He told the parable of the workers in the vineyard. This eccentric employer—representing God Himself—demolishes our human notions of fairness, merit, and what people "deserve." Mike Eells unpacks this controversial parable to reveal a stunning truth: God's kingdom doesn't operate on our economy of fairness but on His economy of grace. If you've ever felt like you're doing more than others and getting less, if you've struggled with comparing your spiritual journey to someone else's, or if you secretly think God owes you something for your faithfulness, this message will challenge and transform your understanding of God's generous character. Discover why grace that seems unfair is actually the best news you could ever receive.