The Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard Matthew 20:1-16 - Come Follow Me May 13–19

1.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What's not true for interpreting a parable?

Identify the elements of the parable

Interpret what each element could symbolize

Ponder spiritual truths and how they apply to your life

Interpret every minor detail.

2.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Are there any elements or details missing of the Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard? (1) The Lord 2) His Vineyard 3) The Laborers 4) The Work 5) The Wages

No, that's about it

Yes, there are the full-time and part-time laborers

3.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

How much did the Laborers agree to work for in the parable?

average daily wage for an agricultural worker

one penny (denarius)

$80 per day in today's wages

All of the above is most correct

4.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Is there more than one meaning or one way to symbolize the various elements from a parable? (see image)

Yes, symbolizing the elements is "A Way" not "the way."

No, there is only one way to look at a parable and apply its meaning

5.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Why were the laborers upset at the end of the parable?

They supposed they should have received more

They compared themselves with those that worked part-time

They were angry because they felt equal with the part-timers

They "borne the burden and heat of the day"

All of the Above fits see Matt 20:10-12

6.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What extra or greater reward do members deserve for being baptized when they were 8 and can trace their ancestry to the pioneers?

No more than those that are baptized with they're 99

The honorable Double-Platinum Reward in the Celestial Kingdom

7.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

T or F: God doesn't so much care on what we do but who we are?

True this is another spiritual truth to ponder from this parable and apply to my life.

False

8.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Who are the "lucky ones" in the parable, those that worked 1-hour or 12 in the vineyard?

Both, this parable is about one's attitude toward the Kingdom of God and not comparing

The Part-timers, especially those that only had to work 1-hour

The Full-timers that worked all day

9.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What's the reason that the others didn't work all day in the parable?

Because no man had hired them Matt 20:7

Because they didn't want to work all day and knew how to game the system

Because they were lazy Laman 3:7

10.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

T or F: God offers blessings, forgiveness and exaltation at anytime to his children when they are willing to accept them?

True

False

11.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Is this statement fair? Don't I have the right to do what I want with what is mine?

No, (The Marxists will call on all good little socialists to revolt!)

Yes, God is Just! Matt 20:15

12.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What's unfair about someone who wants to be generous or dedicate their life to being good towards others?

Nothing is unfair with wanting to do good & minister to others

Working in the hot sun all day is unfair and is equal to serving in the church, unfair

13.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What lucky benefit in this parable is the most desired for those that worked the entire 12-hour shift in the vineyard?

Stronger muscles

Developed skills

Better tan

A chance to work closely with the Master longer, having him call us his friend.

14.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What's marvelous about the work or something you love most about working in God's vineyard?

Get to feel the Spirit a lot and be happy all the time

Receive essential ordinances and covenants

all of the above describe the joy of helping others

Bless people all over the world (missionary work)

Know where I came from, why I'm here and where I'm going

15.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

T or F: Applying the personal application to this parable is when I realize how lucky I am for being a lifetime member.

True: The work is marvelous

True: 12 hours or full time membership is the best deal ever

True: Everyone gets the same pay

True: Pay the converts their penny first!

All are true!

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