Restoring Warriors Daily Devotional

The First will be Last | Restoring Warriors Daily Devotional | Matthew 20:14-16

Sean Nealon

In this episode, we close out Jesus’ parable of the vineyard workers with one of the most humbling, perspective-shifting statements He ever made:
 “So the last will be first, and the first will be last.”

We unpack what it means when God says, “I want to give the last the same as I gave you.”
This message confronts the pride, comparison, and entitlement that can grow quietly in our hearts—even when we’re serving God faithfully. Jesus reminds us that the Kingdom is upside-down: humility outranks hierarchy, gratitude replaces grumbling, and God’s generosity is never something to resent.

In this teaching, we look at:
 • Why Jesus elevates the “latecomer” just as much as the lifelong laborer
 • How comparison poisons gratitude
 • Why celebrating others’ blessings is spiritual maturity
 • What it means to trust God’s sovereignty in His decisions and timing
 • How to realign your posture when jealousy or entitlement creep in

We end with a reflection that challenges you to celebrate others, surrender comparison, and step into humility—and a prayer asking God to reshape our hearts to match His.

If you’re ready to release envy, walk in gratitude, and embrace the Kingdom mindset of humility, this episode speaks directly to that journey.