How can we ensure we are not like the tenants in Luke 20:16?

◄ How to avoid being like Luke 20:16 tenants? ►

The Warning in Luke 20:16

“He will come and destroy those tenants and give the vineyard to others.”

Recognize God’s Ownership

• The vineyard belongs to the Lord; life, gifts, and opportunities are His (Psalm 24:1).

• Living as stewards, not possessors, keeps hearts humble (1 Corinthians 4:2).

• Daily confession of His ownership guards against entitlement.

Receive and Honor the Son

• The tenants rejected the heir; we welcome Him through obedient faith (John 14:21).

• Regular reading and doing of the Word prevents drift (James 1:22).

• Public identification with Christ—unashamed witness—signals loyalty (Romans 1:16).

Bear the Fruit He Seeks

• True vines abide and produce lasting fruit (John 15:5, 8).

• Fruit shows up in character (Galatians 5:22-23) and good works (Titus 3:14).

• Examining our fruit keeps negligence from taking root (2 Corinthians 13:5).

Guard Against Hardened Hearts

• Repeated resistance calcifies conscience (Hebrews 3:12-13).

• Quick repentance when convicted breaks the cycle of rebellion (1 John 1:9).

• Gathering with believers encourages softness to God’s voice (Hebrews 10:24-25).

Practice Faithful Stewardship Daily

• Time—offer first moments to prayer and Scripture.

• Talents—deploy gifts for the body of Christ (1 Peter 4:10).

• Treasure—honor Him with tithes and generous sharing (Proverbs 3:9; 2 Corinthians 9:6-7).

• Testimony—speak of His deeds, giving Him the harvest of praise (Hebrews 13:15).

Scriptures for Further Meditation