For John came to you in the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and the prostitutes believed him. And even when you saw it, you did not afterward change your minds and believe him. (Matthew 21:32 ESV)
Have you ever done a good deed for someone and then told everyone what you did? What about church, do you go every week but think about what you have to do that day or in the coming week? Do you feel like you don't have to pay as close attention because you are already saved?
In the parable of the two sons it appears that Jesus is teaching about the importance of attitude in our daily lives. If we go to church with the wrong attitude, are we really getting what we need?
I must say that on many occasions I have gone to church angry, maybe at my wife, maybe upset with the kids. Those days I inevitably walk out with thoughts of God delivering that sermon directly to me. It is just what I needed to here to change my heart. But I must admit that at times my attitude is all wrong, not even willing to listen. In those cases I turn my back on the gift of love and the forgiveness granted through death on a cross. Thinking about that, it certainly must make God very sad when we turn our backs on His love. After all, He gave up His only son so that we may enjoy eternal life with Him.
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