The Dinner Hour

Jesus tells a story of a powerful man who sent out invitations for a grand banquet. When the announcement was given that everything was ready, the invited guests began to make excuses as they refused to come. The host then extends the invitation to the poor, crippled, blind, and lame, as well as the lowest dregs of society, among the highways and hedges. This second group takes the place of the first. Many have refused the invitation to the Kingdom of God and made excuses as to why they will not come. God’s grace extends to the farthest reaches of humanity, no matter their past or the unspeakable description of their sin. We are granted entry into the kingdom, not by works of righteousness which we have done, but rather by His mercy. Will you accept the invitation and come by faith?