in the vineyard. It is significant that the Greek word for “repent” literally means “to change your mind.” When John the Baptist preached, the tax collectors and prostitutes repented. The second son is much more respectful than his brother. “Yes, sir! Right away, sir!” But his inactivity spoke louder than his enthusiastic words. It is significant that the Greek word for “sir” is the same word that is also translated “Lord.” We are reminded of Jesus’ words in his Sermon on the Mount: “Not everyone