Be a Committed Disciple

Jesus replied: ‘A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. At the time of the banquet he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, “Come, for everything is now ready.” ‘ – Luke 14:16,17 Are you aware that Jesus is looking for disciples who are committed to him? Jesus told a parable that goes like this: A king prepared for an amazing banquet. In those days, a banquet was definitely a big deal, right? When a king hosted a gathering, the guests were likely to enjoy the best food and wine around. This would have been a memorable celebration with dancing, singing, and fun activities. The king sent an invitation to his special guests, and then Jesus used rabbinic humor to describe the excuses given by those who chose not to attend the banquet. The first guest said he had just purchased land