Many Are Called, Few Are Chosen

[@faith5940]

This is the one parable that makes me cry my heart out. How he's (God) has gone to all this trouble and wants everyone to come and see his son get married and they don't come. I'm crying now. Amen!!

[@derekhaywood1844]

Faith , you are beautiful.

[@derekhaywood1844]

Don’t cry , humanity since it’s inception has disobey God and live their own lives.... There will only be a small remnant. I hope you get God and whom he is and that you are accounted worthy. I hope to see you in heaven and then we can cry that we will hear .... Well done !!!

[@boxelder9147]

Beautifully put into context. In the gospel, I felt bad for the one that wasn't appropriately dressed for the occasion. Not sure still if it warranted his treatment of being bound and thrown into hell, but that's kinda not the point in the context you provide. Thumbs up, thanks

[@lindam.9282]

I just happened upon your Channel and I must tell you that in all my 68 years of life I have never heard a better explanation for this parable! God bless you and I pray God will continue to reveal his word to you!

[@Seraphim7]

Amen!! This is confirmation what was revealed to me and what I thought.

[@beverlystewart6018]

Thank you so much for your obedience it is inspiring to all, God Bless you and keep you from the evil one.

[@aratsass1]

I honestly don’t have any idea what I would do without you . You’re the light of the world

[@alex_smith1]

Struggled to understand this for a while. This makes sense now. Thank you.

[@mariangelaserrano1078]

This is awesome, I just read this passage and I thought that the one who got in the banquette without a wedding garment was someone who didn’t wanted to put their sin away yet still enjoy from the food and the celebration but it doesn’t work that way. Thank you for sharing!

[@VIRGOMobile]

I feel so enlightened. Thank you so much brother!! You are a blessing!

[@mama27f]

Thank you for this video I've been way to far from my Heavenly Father. May you pray that I hear His voice. Deny pick up the cross and follow Him. Use to worry about this just recently if I was chosen.

[@lesleybrown1583]

the Lord showed me until a person can see the darkness in their OWN hearts -He cannot reach them --they refuse to see the darkness because they like it --which should be incomrehensible -------i found this very helpful when evangelizing to keep going

[@Dexters.LaBOREatory]

I agree. God revealed that to me years ago.

[@justinambrose4444]

Amazing did God show you it was going to rain in Iowa?

[@Omegha94zip]

@@justinambrose4444 do you feel better about yourself now after your little petty quip?

[@justinambrose4444]

@@Omegha94zip just mocking the wolf can't stand these people ruining the gospel it's once saved always saved whoever believes on the Lord is saved that instant that moment no one specially chosen and yes I'm here to win souls

[@vusinkosi7991]

Dd

[@anupriyarawat5958]

Stay humble like the dust. Stay obedient. Bcz if he can make u, he can break u as well.

[@travisshropshire9818]

Thank you for that strong message it has opened my eyes to what must do and let go of in my life even though I hear his voice meaning the holy Spirit I know I am not complete till I give up sins that will send me into judgement God bless you

[@jezielsolera8550]

let those chosen people or elect shall i say are be the faithful wetnesses of our LORD JESUS CHRIST..not be afraid to testify the truth that JESUS CHRIST IS ALIVE..boastfulness is another thing than to be a wetness..chosen people are the servant of GOD to be encharge of the harvest,,for the harvest is great.the same as warriors in a battle,,for the battle is intense.let the chosen people be more prayerful so that our ALMIGHTY GOD WILL POUR OUT HIS HOLY SPIRIT TO INTERVENE IN EVERY WORRIED SOUL..GOD BLESS EVERYONE AND MAY THE PEACE OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST BE WITH US ALWAYS..

[@beautyisintheeyeofthebehol4178]

Thank you for this! God bless you, I definitely need help from diverse perspectives to continue on the narrow path!

[@djyates402]

Thank you!!! I actually needed to hear this specifically, funny how God works :) God bless you!

[@baileydennis2673]

Thanks for breaking this down in simple terms . good job

[@angelmd43]

Yes, the Bride is the people who love God and obey him. Thank you Brother! God bless you!

[@deborahjohnson-felder6721]

You are absolutely correct. God bless you.

[@hisprincesswarrior6246]

Excellent message! God Bless You! Now I understand this.

[@dnlcast2]

These are God's elect. The gospel goes out to the masses, but only Gods elect, the "chosen ", will respond with true faith.

[@justifiedfreelybyhisgrace1779]

Thanks for making these videos Josh. Working my way through them and they are really helping me after sifting my way through false teachings that either confused, worried me or contradicted others I have heard like yourself. I am just beginning to realise who the true ones are a little now just by studying the Bible a lot more. God bless you and keep up God's great work

[@IntactInChrist]

+Justifiedfreelybyhisgrace Praise God I'm glad these videos are helpful to you. And yes the bible will help get rid of all those false teachings you may have picked up, that's what it did for me. Once you read the bible your eyes definitely start to open! God bless and keep studying the word!

[@justifiedfreelybyhisgrace1779]

+Josh Coen thanks man and will do! keep finding I have an up day and a down day, really annoying letting bad things creep in, but then I see something or read scripture and return again. (all part of learning I guess, was it like this for you? Just wanna endure till the end and not be tricked like I seem to have been in most other areas of my life. Much to learn still and much to change, just glad of some you tubers like ya self as I don't feel like the churches around me have their eyes open and many people around me just don't follow Christ (that I know of yet)

[@IntactInChrist]

Justifiedfreelybyhisgrace There's always gonna be ups and downs along with trials and tribulation but It never really bothers me too much, once you know God's word, you understand everything that happens whether its good or bad is only temporary, peace and joy comes when you know the truth and nothing can take that away. The book of ecclesiastes helps put things in perspective. It's hard to find true followers of Christ and it's even harder to find a true church. If you haven't already, check out my video titled God is seeking true worshipers. It'll help. God bless!

[@yeshuaislord2334]

Wow thanks for explaining that josh that's a good parable my favorite I like the parable of the tears and wheat also

[@josephperez4602]

Thanks for this one brother. May the Lord add a blessing unto your life today👏✝

[@JesusIsTheWay59]

I hope you come back. You're amazing. And awesome.

[@allforthegloryofjesuschris6250]

This is exactly my interpretation as well. Jesus is for all of us. Who will be a follower and not a fan? I agree. It’s about obedience not works. Amen. I love to share and celebrate Jesus wherever planting seeds of desire for him . Thank you for being a follower and not a fan of Jesus Christ.

[@siestakeygirl1000]

Good Word, God loves His creation.

[@rovielynulnagan]

ame amen bro!!!! those who obeyed is the bride of christ!!

[@fa8601]

Glory glory glory Jesus'🙏 name

[@7strgtrman]

thanks Josh, great message. I really appreciate your insights. Best, brother

[@brotherseth9061]

Its always a blessing when you hear it and know its spot on :) be blessed Brother.

[@DRVCOACHING]

Thanks so much! I received it the same way!

[@derekhaywood1844]

Josh , you are my boy all day. We are so much alike and I can’t say that about many other’s. Give them that truth brother.

[@lakishafletcher8251]

Dang Bro be bringing the Sword! HALLELUJAH

[@zambokazambo5052]

the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. love u All

[@Avagay]

The best explanation on this that I have heard so far. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@sonofgod2412]

Having pride in your salvation is like having laughing at the unsaved going to hell. When we suppose to love our neighbors as ourself. That's one thing I'll never do.😭

[@promisedbyfaith]

God bless u brother. I believe u hit the nail right on the head. Your teaching truth, humility, and obedience. Which we are all called to walk in. Praise be to God. Much love.

[@justinambrose4444]

Does obedience get you saved??

[@promisedbyfaith]

@@justinambrose4444 The blood and righteousness of Christ saves us. It cannot be earned or bought. However, obedience is evidence that Christ dwells in us and he is working in us. Ephesians 2:2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience. If we truly have received Christ, a new creation will be made manifest in how we behave. The spirit of God will lead and guide us in the path of righteousness. Not that we will never make a mistake or mess up, but we will strive to live a Godly life. We do this, because we are thankful for what God did for us and now want to live a life that pleases and reveals his nature to others, in hope that they might be saved as well. I hope this answers your question a little bit. There is so many things to talk about in this area. Lol. Great question. God bless you and keep you. If you want to talk more, feel free to message me. Much love.

[@justinambrose4444]

@@promisedbyfaith okay so you almost have the gospel right you believe grace through faith saves us but where you get it wrong is your calvinist stuff and what I mean by that is you say oh he saved over there because look how Tom lives that's a lie because there's lots of wicked murdering rapists out there that are going to heaven... So therefore that is a false teaching telling people you know they're saved by their good works that's not true because killing people is bad fruit but yet there's people out there doing that but they're saved.......there's nothing wrong with picking up your cross and trying to live righteousness and sin is less as possible God's going to bless you and give you a good life trying to do that but this works produce Faith garbage stuff is garbage

[@justinambrose4444]

@@promisedbyfaith you have the gospel wrong you think when you're saved you have this new creation?? And the answer is yes but that creation is your spirit not this nasty flesh you live in you understand that right?

[@promisedbyfaith]

@@justinambrose4444 Well brother you seem to have your own answers for your question. I don't know why you asked? I am most definitely not a Calvinist, because I believe we choose to receive Christ or we don't. Calvinism teaches we don't make the choice. The book of James tells us good works will follow our faith. It is evidence there is a new creation. Hence, "One must be born again." 2 Cor 5:17 Therefore if anyone is in Christ, this person is a new [a]creation; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. I don't mind discussing the Word, but I will not get to a place of arguing. I'm not saying that is your intention, just letting you know up front brother. 2 Tim 2:23 But refuse foolish and ignorant speculations, knowing that they produce quarrels. God bless u

[@bernardpopp541]

Many could be thought of as..."the many". blessed by this video. God bless you!

[@evelisisdavis7242]

Beautiful statement!!!! Same feelings !!!

[@WagnerPaivaCCB]

Good video! God bless! Praise Jesus!

[@queenmaryellen]

I like your interpretation, God bless you!

[@shemikaambassador4027]

Amen Glory Hallelujah 🙌 🙏 ❤ 👏 💖 ♥

[@Hilux244]

The sower sowed seed, some where ultimatley saved, others fell away. Those who fell away whete called, but not chosen. Very possibly would apply

[@BAHDK]

Great video. About predestination, people find that hard to accept like you said hell. In my studies, there are several views of predestination because its unavoidable as it's all throughout scrpture. The Arminian view is that he didn't just want anyone in hell but he foreknew like he watched it as a movie and saw already how or who would accept God. I kind of accept that Arminian view that God already knows which isn't hard to accept. I dont think he destined anyone to hell but he just knew. You are perfectly right about the pride of CHOSEN videos. ty

[@angeliquem2536]

Great Teaching! it is ridiculous how many, even the supposed elect, take scriptures out of context to suit their own agenda! Thank you good brother. you are doing an awesome job. : )

[@demarpowell2654]

😅

[@pleasantsonoftherighthando8476]

Good word Josh,thank you for your obedience.It was very helpful

[@MBB563]

I wouldnt say Im chosen, a bit prideful, but Iam confident enough to say Im saved by the blood of Jesus - who by HIS Mercy and Grace saved me! And yes I became born again, a new creation.....disciple of the Lord. And yes Jesus is my Lord and Savior- I do boast in this. If not, I forget the gift that was given to me, I forget to carry my cross, I forget how I was redeemed and the price that Jesus paid. I forget to deny the things of this world. I forget to repent, and humble myself. I would not shy from this, or hide it...you must proclaim HIS gift. When you declare Jesus Christ publicly, you are putting yourself on notice....live it, be truthful, be real in the LORD, and not be a hypocrite, and boast while living a double life.....so announcing your salvation keeps you in line, and it reminds you that lip service only will put you in hell. I think your video is spot on, but I disagree about NOT boasting in Jesus and your salvation.....Never wrong to boast in Jesus and the gift of salvation that he gave us.....it enlightens others to know more about his experience, question it or even challenge us. It's part of our testimony. I do enjoy your videos.

[@seamuscorrigan5357]

GREATLY EXPLAINED .I HAD WRONG INTERPRETATION. .SINCERE THANKS LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU .

[@shanehannon3768]

Your the salt...brother.Praise Yeshuah

[@mattdigger5194]

thank you Josh!

[@fajri8843]

It's really about BELIEVING IN AND ACCEPT JESUS AS THE SON OF GOD as your Personal Savior and Healer. Some people really make fun of the Gospel. Or some just are so involve in church activities that they completely don't even think about why they are there for.

[@charlesshaffer1747]

we got to stand up for what we believe in because Jesus Christ is love and his mercies endure forever same as his love endures forever

[@xTheDarkVamp]

God doesn't have favorites, but I want to add that it says God favors the ones that fear him. It's in Proverbs I forgot which verse. I was blessed by this video brother thanks!

[@celestearike9841]

God did had favorites "Friend of God" "man with heart of God"

[@Dexters.LaBOREatory]

He did have favorites. Consider Esau and Jacob. Smh.

[@demarpowell2654]

@@Dexters.LaBOREatory 💀

[@Dexters.LaBOREatory]

@Demar Powell Yea, most you are 💀, inside. No soul. Sad.

[@kevindavis4709]

Some people that claim too be chosen put pride and ego in themselves saying. God loves us more than these other group of people.

[@RAY_FILET]

Than you for your service🫡

[@dr05guitar]

Thank you for sharing that!

[@ekulenwaiku4654]

You're spot on!

[@ljo7152]

Amen brother.

[@lkfndr6045]

Well done brother. All glory to God!

[@1980palatine]

Thank you 🙏

[@JJD_23_]

I agree with everything in here well said! If I could nitpick I would say that God does favor others more sometimes but not sure if this plays in this verse necessarily. Have a blessed day!

[@precious_world1826]

Very accurate ...

[@danstone8783]

God calls all to believe on Jesus. God chooses to save those who believe on Jesus.

[@davidparker7108]

Great video brother. One thing though, we are not saved because we stop sinning, we are saved because we believe on the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ. It's by Grace we are saved THROUGH faith. That's when the sanctification begins in the believer.

[@Becca_h_bear]

Great message

[@matlourens9476]

Romans 9:15-16: "For he saith to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion. So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy." Ephesians 1:4-5: "According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love: Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will," Philippians 1:29: "For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake;"

[@ShanandHailey]

I was about to post these verse

[@albertcastaneda8832]

People who heard and and believed the Gospel and were brought to repentance and rejected Baptism

[@markboard1966]

The ones that believe, God has chosen.

[@davidphillips5840]

Amen,that's the way I see it also,like you sed,if you don't understand,ask and you shall receive,you may have to do research and show how much you wanna know about the word.

[@qaqqclifdunbar5154]

Christ rightiouness alone God bless

[@darrenfulton4380]

I agree with you God bless you!

[@InsideOutWithCourtnaye]

Really good!

[@breadtoasted2269]

Thanks brother I sometimes forget.

[@nataliejay]

Amen!

[@SticksNkicks]

Who would reject God that knew God? No one! As you said, God knows who will be saved and who will not. So, what are the choices we have? To say few will be chosen seems hopeless. I believe Jesus is love and mercy.

[@Omegha94zip]

Please start making videos again!!!

[@anaparada7219]

greetings from the great state of Texas Josh, I hope you and your family a blessed you have been a blessing to me I'm trying very hard to not fall back at you know into certain things in mind and I think a lot of people are reprobate mind they they don't understand it what it's like to be a true Christian they don't understand the sacrifice and that it's difficult perhaps at first you know it gets better it should get easier maybe not for everybody but still they don't want to give up their Sim it's very hard they feel the bondage it's not easy for human and God bless you and yours still if I don't hear from my family God bless thank you so much for these videos you should become a pastor please pray for Keith Waters he's 19 years old is my youngest son in the Navy my oldest daughter's Patricia than Michael Alissa they're all Married with Children Michael you remind me a lot of my son Michael he's thirty-five now they live in Arkansas and hot springs they don't talk to me they don't want to help me financially don't leave feels he shouldn't help his parents same with the other one Patricia they don't live for God they know of a God and Patricia more Pagan and you wave new-age please have somebody out there sees this can they pray for my children I just don't know I guess it's a selfish thing to keep asking for this cuz nothing has changed I need to just realize that accept it and you know something's just don't get changed in this world in this lifetime God bless you and

[@jimmywallis4491]

the bride is the church..and we are all servents of GOD...the bible says for all have sinned and fallen short from the glory of GOD..there is no righteous no not one....The lord knows a person's heart...in Jesus name

[@corysessler3044]

I see there are a lot of once saved always saved and Calvinists here. Not trying to blanket everyone, but it appears from many of the comments that is the case. We cannot decipher this text through the eyes of our doctrine. You need the word of God decoder. That is the Holy Spirit. Lloyd Brown makes a very plain observation from the text. It does not say all are called but many. The many it's talking about in the text are the ones who responded to the Gospel or the ones who came in. Those who came into the door of being justified by Grace through Faith. The chosen are those who kept there wedding garments white and pure as a virgin. Jesus expounds on this verse in Revelation 3:4-5 "4 Yet you have a few people in Sardis who have not soiled their clothes. They will walk with me, dressed in white, for they are worthy. 5The one who is victorious will, like them, be dressed in white. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my Father and his angels. 6Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches." Also read Matthew 7:13-23 What Jesus is saying is with the exception of only a few everyone who gets saved will not remain saved. There are three different tenses of the word saved in the bible. There is past tense, present tense and future tense. Those who show up with their deposit of the Holy Spirit will be let into the kingdom. We get saved to remain saved. Also John 15:1-8 "1 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes2 3You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. 4 Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. 5 “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. 6If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. 7If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 8This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples." It doesn't matter where you were at one time ago with the Lord it matters where you are at right now with Jesus. The worst possible thing that can happen is to lose your fear of the one who can throw both body and soul into hell and stop walking by faith that is the obedience that comes from faith. Romans 1:5 Also read Luke 8:13 "13Those on the rocky ground are the ones who receive the word with joy when they hear it, but they have no root. They believe for a while, but in the time of testing they fall away. 14The seed that fell among thorns stands for those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by life’s worries, riches and pleasures, and they do not mature." That is what are thousands of different church denominations are doing to us they are not allowing us to mature in the word. And they are what divides us. Get out of false church doctrine and get into the word of God with the power of the Holy Spirit. The devil took over the true church by force (Catholicism) by the Grace of God people broke away from the Catholic church and the reformation began. But from that event came every wild wind of doctrine. Now there are thousands of different church denominations who all say they are speaking the truth. The Lord said this would happen in the last days. That the deception would even deceive the elect if that could be possible. We need to stay vigilante and know that no matter what you believe the only thing that will matter in the end is what Jesus says on the Day of Judgement. And know that it will be Good Right Just and Holy. Flee from your sin like it's the Plague. Cast it far from you. Do NOT make up excuses for it. And Do not call Good Evil and Evil Good. Cry out to God for mercy in your time of need. John 3:16 has been mistranslated. Here is what it should say: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son that who so ever should go on believing in him should not perish but receive everlasting life". I pray for all who read this will receive discernment from the Holy Spirit.

[@bornagainbride5821]

Cory Sessler, excellent review. It seems that salvation is righteousness. That is, being saved out of slavery to sin. Jn. 8:31-36. Sin shall no longer have dominion over you. Rom 6:14. So if we believe Christ is the Son of God, etc..., but don't believe He can save us out if bondage to sin, and thus continue to walk in sin and the flesh, we will not inherit the kingdom of God. Galatians 5:19- 21 . Anyway, your summary says it all very well.

[@melindad180]

JesusWordsOnly.com

[@angelyn9663]

Amen Brother

[@AO-nd9mr]

Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me *"HATH"* everlasting life. John 6:47 KJV

[@ElectOne22_]

I believe the parable of the wedding banquet, describes Israel rejecting the prophets, and rejecting Christ. Then the messengers went out and brought the Gospel to the gentiles. The person who did not have the garment, was the one who did not have the Holy Spirit. The ones fit for the kingdom are the Jews that accept Jesus and the Gentiles who accept Jesus. It is a brief summary of the old testament to what Jesus was doing during his time on earth followed by the start of the church.

[@c1peewee]

Amén

[@pwespook_thageneral3506]

God knows me better than I know myself that's all that matters right? 🙏♥️

[@IsaacBanks33]

Yes brother!!!

[@2ndBirth]

Very insightful my friend. I've been trying to wake up my parents and brother. I hope it is enough that I have planted a seed in them and later they'll somehow make it to Heaven. Maybe that will mean they have to go through tribulation first. I'm not actually sure about tribulation and the rapture, I'm looking into it. I feel like we are already in a tribulation the way this world is going.

[@demarpowell2654]

Nah not yet.. rapture before tribulation

[@EMScott-le7vu]

I agree. What denomination do you represent?

[@AV-fs9ec]

What do you think of baptism being a requirement for salvation?

[@rawclssbcglobalnet]

not of works that any man may boast but by grace which is the gift of God.

[@cathykatsoka7970]

Faith without works also is dead

[@AnjelSpeaks]

Lol...ty for speaking truth. God bless u.

[@Hilux244]

Maybe they never " came out from among them " never seperated themselves from the world.

[@derickveatch8867]

Stopping sin will not save you! The only thing that saves us is Faith in Jesus Christ Alone.

[@artifacthunter1472]

God chose his elect family before the foundation of this world is created they are the predestinated elect!

[@TheChiniBros]

Great video where did you go?

[@mdonihe]

Matthew 7: 14 :"Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it." Is another way to put it. It has always been this way throughout the ages only a holy remnant will be saved. Very unfortunate, but true. (Read the parable of the sower) Because each individual makes the choice to do it their way , and not God's way. Never coming to REAL repentance!

[@matejdobal2562]

U need to understand God is always on the side of the weakiest and rejected. Once you understand this, there is no more space to be pridefull for beeing chosen.

[@derekhaywood1844]

There is nothing else to say... God is clear , he doesn’t want 1 to parish ; but he knows that not everybody will be ( saved ) God calls us out of the world and it’s nothing we did. Many are chosen , but very few will give their lives for Christ.

[@denisethorbjornsen7493]

Do not take the RFID chip for tattoo it is the mark of the beast and I had a dream years ago the Lord said come blessed of my father enter the kingdom of heaven

[@shanehannon3768]

Question...is it normal to feel mad,angry,very concerned for yourself but extremely concerned for others souls.?I feel as if Jesus is lighting a fire in me a fearlessness if you will to testify get the word to others.i feel so happy.I want to get the word out but sometimes with certain people especially family members you hv to be persistent.n e who glad to hear bk when u get a moment.thnkx Sincerly sister Veronica

[@IntactInChrist]

Kevin Mchale yes there are times I get angry and frustrated but only briefly. It is a normal emotion of the flesh, nothing to be worried about but it's good to realize there is nothing worth staying upset about when you know Jesus (the solution to all problems). You are right tho! You are feeling that holy spirit fire!! Praise God! There are definitely things you can do to witness to others, definitely share with family what you have experienced. Seek the Lord to reveal his will for your life and fulfill it! Be blessed and keep goin strong!

[@marioscicluna8094]

Amen

[@Hilux244]

Or an example might be the " lukewarm " they where called, but ultimatley not chosen

[@davidcastro253]

Who are the called in Matthew 22:14? Context is important, so lets start with the context. Context, Christ is teaching a parable. And it is at the end of the parable that he says " for many are called but few are chosen" so this phrase to be properly understood, it must not be separated from the parable. I have heard many a preacher rip this verse out of its context. So lets begin with the parable. Jesus begins the parable by explaining that there is a king who is preparing to have a celebration for his son's wedding. He sends his servants to call those who are "invited" but they would not come. So he tries again to get these individuals who are invited to the wedding, to come. But again they would not come. They made light of the situation. Some of them didn't care so they went their way. But those that were left treated the king's servants harshly and killed them. The king finds out and sends his army to destroy them and burns their City down. Afterwards he commands his servants to go out and invite as many as they find to the wedding. So the servants gather together as many as they found, both bad and good and the wedding was filled with guests. But when the king came to see his guest, he noticed that there was a man who is not wearing the wedding garment. And so the king asked him, "how did you come here not having a wedding garment?" The man is speechless . So the king commands his servants to tie him by his feet and his hands and to cast him away into outer Darkness, were there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. It is in this context that Jesus ends his parable with the words "for many are called but few are chosen." So who are the called of the parable? I would say everyone, both Jews and Gentiles. It is the general call to come to the marriage. In verses 1-8 those called were the ones that originally were "bidden" to come to the wedding. The greek word καλέω kaleō translated "them that were bidden" is defined by Strongs greek lexicon as- to invite; properly: εἰς τούς γάμους, Matthew 22:3, 9; Luke 14:8; John 2:2; to a feast, Luke 14:16; 1 Corinthians 10:27 . In this case it refers to those the king invited properly to the wedding. Who i believe refers to the Jews. So the king invites these to the wedding of his son, but they reject him three times and the last time they kill those sent to call them. This to me sounds much like the Jews who murdered the Prophets. So the king avenges the death of his servants and destroys the city of these evil people. This sounds a lot like the destruction of the Jewish temple in 70 AD. Which would identify these individuals which were originally bidden to the wedding as the Jews. After destroying these disobedient individuals. The king then sends his servants together as many as they can for the wedding. Seeing that those who were originally "bidden"- properly invited we're not worthy. So from verses 9 down I believe it is referring to the Gentiles who were not originally "bidden" (properly invited) to the wedding. So the servants gather together as many as they can for the wedding feast. And when the King goes to see his guests he finds that one of them is not wearing the wedding garments that obviously have been assigned and provided by him. Some preachers refer to the wedding garment as the righteousness of Christ. Which would make sense. So this individual does not have the proper clothes on and when asked about it, he is left speechless. So the king orders that he be tied up and cast into outer Darkness. Utter Darkness must refer to hell. Where there will be "crying and gnashing of teeth". So this individual that was at the wedding feast was kicked out because he did not have what the king had provided which were the garments. This speaks volumes to the fact that we are to seek the kingdom of God on his terms. and so Jesus ends this Parable by saying that "many are called but few are chosen". Meaning that both Jews and Gentiles are called but only few, those who have entered the wedding feast on the king's terms are the chosen. So this text is speaking of the external call of God. Which is done by preachers and pastors and is too all both Jews and gentiles. But it is not speaking of the inner effectual call which is clearly taught by Paul in Romans 8:30 and 1 Corinthians 1:23-24f. "Therefore whom he predestined these he also CALLED and whom he called these he also Justified and he justified these also glorified." Romans 8:30. "But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness; But unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God." 1 Corinthians 1:23-24.

[@RoseSharon7777]

Called=kingdom of heaven=outer court=goats=lost sheep. Chosen=kingdom of God=born of the spirit=the inner court=found sheep

[@raymonddunn9723]

I agree with you.