And when they received it, they grumbled against the landowner, saying, “These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.” But he replied to one of them… “Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or are you envious because I am generous?” (Matthew 20: 11-13,15)
I feel the indignation of the workers who have done the right thing all day and their reward is no greater than those who have only done the right thing for an hour.
But the lesson is clear: rejoice when anyone comes to know the love of Christ, regardless of how that person may have injured you or the world. Forgiving and loving as Christ forgives and loves is a life-long journey. I pray that my daily walk will teach me not only to forgive, but will allow me to rejoice in forgiveness. Only then can I know the generosity of Christ.