In the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20), what aspect of grace is illustrated by the landowner paying everyone the same wage?
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Correct answer: God's sovereignty and generosity in giving as He chooses
The parable shows that God's rewards are not strictly based on merit or seniority. Grace means God is free to be generous to latecomers just as He is to those who worked all day.
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