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I. THE CASE WHICH IS HERE PRESENTED.

1. An important command.

(1)  What is required — work.

(2)  The sphere of labour.

(3)  The period specified.

2. The manner in which it was treated.

(1)  A rude refusal, followed by an agreeable change.

(2)  A ready and respectful assent, but the promise so promptly made was shamefully broken.

II. THE APPLICATION WHICH IS HERE MADE.

1. The question proposed, "Whether of them twain," etc. Far preferable to be a late penitent than a confirmed formalist.

2. The startling truth declared, "Publicans and harlots go into the kingdom of heaven before you." How fearless and faithful his address.

3. The solemn charge substantiated, "For John came unto you in the way of righteousness," etc.

(Expository Outlines.)

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KJV: But what think ye? A certain man had two sons; and he came to the first, and said, Son, go work to day in my vineyard.

WEB: But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the first, and said, 'Son, go work today in my vineyard.'