Parable of the Vineyard Workers🍇
Have you heard this parable in its proper context?
Putting this lesson together was definitely a learning experience for me. Growing up, I didn’t realize that Scripture often refers to Israel metaphorically as God’s vineyard. 👀
In preparing a children’s activity for the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20:1–16), I realized this wasn’t just a sweet story about fairness or generosity. It’s deeply apocalyptic and kingdom-centered. It teaches our children something crucial:
It’s not about when you start, but whether you endure until the end.
🍇 Israel as the Vineyard
Throughout the Tanakh, Israel is described as God’s vineyard:
- Isaiah 5:1–7 paints a picture of God planting and tending His vineyard (Israel) but being grieved when it produces wild grapes.
- Jeremiah 12:10 warns of unfaithful shepherds ruining the vineyard.
This vineyard imagery is a way of showing God’s covenant care and expectation of fruitfulness. And that fruit comes through those who persevere.
What's included?
- Parable of the Vineyard Workers
- Bible verse copybook
- Kingdom Prayer
- Parable Symbols
- Fill in the Blank
- Coloring pages
- Cut & Paste
- Parable Comprehension & more!
This is a homeschool digital download to be printed at home. Suitable for primary grades and inspired by a classical homeschool curriculum. All lessons based on the TLV or ESV bible version
Files:
1 PDF file (8.5X11)
