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The parable of the two sons has a lot to tell us. Once again we're faced with the coming judgement on the leaders of Israel, and by proxy, Israel. Jesus makes the point that the worst of sinners, the sinner that lives a lifestyle so contrary to God that they are even looked down on by other sinners, will be forgiven and enter the kingdom of God upon their repentance and turning from their sin, with their faith for salvation in God's grace alone, in Christ alone. The difference between these two sons in the parable isn't that one is good and one is bad. They're both bad. The difference is that though both are confronted with the truth of Christ, it is only the first son that responds with repentance and belief in the gospel of the kingdom.
As the leaders of the people attempt to question Jesus publically about his authority, really implying that they outrank him, Jesus begins an answer that will continue throughout the next few weeks.
What in the world do a fig tree and praying with faith have to do with one another? How out of place is a story about cursing a fig tree during the most crucial week in the ministry of Jesus? These questions are answered from the Scriptures as we get into this great text.
Jesus shows that, as the Son of God, he has complete authority over his temple. We also see a beautiful reminder that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is for all nations, all tribes, and all tongues.