Ep 38 | The First Shall Be Last: Wealth, Grace, and the Upside-Down Kingdom

In this episode, we walk through Matthew 19:22–20:16 and take a closer look at how Jesus challenges the way we think about success, reward, and fairness. From the rich young man who can’t quite let go, to the disciples wondering what following Jesus will really cost them, and finally to the surprising parable of the workers in the vineyard, we see just how different God’s kingdom is from the systems we’re used to.

Jesus invites us to wrestle with some honest questions: What are we holding onto? What do we expect in return for our faithfulness? And how do we respond when God’s grace feels… unfair?

This passage reminds us that following Jesus isn’t about earning our place—it’s about trusting a God who is generous beyond measure, whether we arrive early or late.