Matthew 20:1 - 16

Jesus instructs His followers with a parable about some day laborers.  Throughout the day, a wealtlhy man hires laborers to work his fields.  All agree to work; all are promised they will receive "what is right" for their efforts.  At the end of the day, each worker receives a full day's wage.  Those who worked longer were upset at the seeming largesse of the owner, and voiced their opinion.  The owner's response is this:  "My goodness is not subject to your greed."  Jesus compares this story to the kingdom of heaven.  There will be those in God's kingdom who labored long difficult years; and there will also be others whose tenure is decidedly less.  Whatever the case, God will reward each one for their labors on a scale that only intensifies the magnitude of His greatness and benevolence.