Confessional Faith vs Obedient Faith
Confession Faith or Obedient Faith Matthew 21:28-32 “Truly, I say to you that the tax collectors and prostitutes will get into the kingdom of God before you.” Jesus tells a parable that every parent can relate to. A man has two sons whom he asks to go out and work in the vineyard. The first one, in a shocking disregard for cultural norms, categorically refuses to do so. Why he refuses is not mentioned, but his refusal is astonishing, for the Jewish culture places a high value on respect for parents and obedience to their commands. For this individual to refuse would have been immediately condemned. However, after reflection, he repents and instead goes out and labors in the field. The second son gives a different answer. When he hears his father's request, he affirms that he is willing to go into the field and fulfill his family's responsibility. However, although he verbally confirms his willingness to work in the field, he fails to meet his obl