Coming Late to Christ

In this sermon, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard, highlighting the spiritual lessons about God’s kingdom and mercy. He explains how the landowner hires workers throughout the day, symbolizing how God calls people to Himself at different stages of life. Fr. Matthias emphasizes that salvation is not earned by the amount of work or the time spent, but by a repentant heart and humility before God. He contrasts the attitudes of the early workers, who felt entitled to their wages, with those who came late and accepted their reward with gratitude. The message challenges viewers to avoid jealousy, judgment, and entitlement, encouraging them instead to celebrate God’s mercy toward all, whether they came early or late to faith. Fr. Matthias also addresses how God values the worker over the work and calls for Christians to foster love, forgiveness, and humility rather than competition within the church community