In Reverse

In Reverse
Pentecost 17; Matthew 20:1-16
Common practice then and now
favours what is called success:
        being chosen, coming first;
        working harder, earning more;
        making sure we get what’s fair;
        sussing out what favours us.

God, it seems, works in reverse,
favours those our ways neglect:
	last is first and first is last;
	what is fair is judged by need;
	those rejected get their chance;
	all can claim a basic wage.

Turn our viewpoint upside down,
so we bring God’s kingdom near.
	Barbara Messner 21/09/2023