Stories of Revolution Part 4: Episode 34 Parable of the Great Supper and Wedding Feast

In this episode of Roots in Relevance, the group delves into week four of the 'Stories of Revolution' series, examining Jesus' parables of the Great Supper and the Wedding Banquet from Luke 14 and Matthew 22. The discussion covers themes of transactional politics, kingdom values, and the importance of genuine values over mere transactions. The episode also explores the cultural significance and deeper meaning of the parables, examining the concept of rejection and acceptance in the Kingdom of God and how it translates to modern-day faith and community engagement.   00:00 Introduction to Stories of Revolution   00:49 Transactional Politics in Modern Times   03:42 Values in Business and Marketing   08:44 Personal Relationships in Business   13:25 Quid Pro Quo in Faith Communities   14:41 The Parable of the Great Banquet   20:36 The Invitation and Excuses   21:07 Parallels with Deuteronomy   22:22 Personal Anecdote on Invitations   23:33 Rejection and Anger   25:43 The True Guests of the Banquet   29:01 The Wedding Feast Parable   32:55 Appropriate Attire for the Feast   38:30 Concluding Thoughts on the Parable