He sent his servants to the tenant farmers to gather his produce

He waited until the crop was finished and then spoke to them

He sent his servants to inspect the vines and report back

He sent his servants to divide the crop among the workers

Set aside the owner's portion and hand it over when the servants come

Keep the crop until the tenants have already used it all

Give only the smallest leftover bundle to avoid conflict

Wait to see whether the owner asks again before deciding

If you would like to receive Jesus, pray this with me: Lord Jesus, I admit that I have not given God the fruit he deserves, and I cannot make myself right with him. I turn from my sin and trust that you died for me and rose again. Forgive me, make me your own, and let my life belong to you. Be my Lord and my Savior. Amen.

Receive the Lord of the Harvest

Lord, wake up your Church to live for your glory and to bear fruit in its season. Where we have been careless, stubborn, or empty, send your call again and make us ready to give you what belongs to you. Restore honesty, faithfulness, and holy fruit among your people, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Make Your Church Fruitful Again

Father, thank you that you do not leave us without warning or without mercy. Thank you for sending servants, reminders, and opportunities to respond before harvest comes. Teach me to recognize your care and to answer it gladly, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Thank You for Sending Help

Name one area of your life that is coming due before God. Ask him what fruit he is seeking there, and ask for grace to respond without delay.

Pray Over One Season

Pray for: people who are resisting God's call; workers who speak truth with patience; hearts that will receive correction and bear fruit for the owner.

For Those Who Are Hearing the Call

Father, I do not want to keep for myself what belongs to you. Search my life, show me where I am withholding fruit, and train me to live in obedience, generosity, and readiness. Make me faithful with what you have entrusted to me, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Make Me a Faithful Steward

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Matthew 21:34 — FormalTAB

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