Matthew 20:13

Contemporary English Version Interconfessional Edition

The owner answered one of them, “Friend, I didn't cheat you. I paid you exactly what we agreed on.

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Jesus replied, “My friend, do what you came for.” The men grabbed Jesus and arrested him.

The king asked, “Friend, why didn't you wear proper clothes for the wedding?” But the guest had no excuse.

But, my friend, I ask, “Who do you think you are to question God? Does the clay have the right to ask the potter why he shaped it the way he did?

Are you trying to prove that you are innocent by accusing me of injustice?

Job, are you really innocent in the sight of God?

You surely wouldn't let them be killed when you destroy the evil ones. You are the judge of all the earth, and you do what is right.”

After he had agreed to pay them the usual amount for a day's work, he sent them off to his vineyard.

Take your money now and go! What business is it of yours if I want to pay them the same that I paid you?