Many Called Few Chosen, 08/19/12

Summary

The sermon explores the parable of the wedding feast in Matthew 22, emphasizing the distinction between being called and being chosen within the kingdom of heaven, understood here as the church. It highlights the importance of genuine commitment to God's church, likened to a gospel marriage, and warns against worldly distractions and unfaithfulness. The preacher stresses the necessity of living a holy life, being clothed in righteousness, and the church's duty to maintain purity by excluding those who persist in sin. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to be among the chosen by faithfully responding to the gospel and serving God wholeheartedly.