The Parables of Jesus :: 6/29/25 :: Katie Gayle

Welcome to Wellspring Church!

Who is the Kingdom of God for? This week, Pastor Katie Gayle brings us to Matthew 21 and the Parable of the Tenants to explore Jesus’ provocative answer.

As Jesus nears the cross, his final teachings zero in on authority—his own authority as King, and how people respond to it. Through this parable and its surrounding context, we discover a clear call: the Kingdom of God is not inherited by position or appearance, but received through surrender and lived out in fruitfulness.

📖 Key Themes in This Message:

🔹 The clash between Jesus’ divine authority and the self-righteousness of the religious leaders

🔹 The Kingdom is for those who repent, believe, and surrender—regardless of past failure

🔹 Producing the fruit of the Kingdom: love, joy, peace, and the life of the Spirit

🔹 Why recognizing and responding to Jesus as cornerstone is essential for discipleship

Some recognized Jesus and cried, “Hosanna!” Others rejected him. The same question echoes to us: Will we follow him? Will we love him? Will we bear fruit for his Kingdom?

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💬 How has this message helped you see Jesus or yourself differently?