A MASTER PLANNED A SPECIAL BANQUET,
3 good friends he invited to it.
His servant went to get them,
Sure that all would be OK.
The banquet will begin on time,
The banquet will begin that day.
The first one said;he couldn’t come,
He had;bought a field that day.
He said Pass on apologies,
I’m sure your master will be OK.
I will come another time,
I will come another day.
The second one said he couldn’t come,
He had bought an ox that day.
He said Pass on apologies,
I’m sure your master will be OK.
I will come another time,
I will come another day.
The third one said he couldn’t come ,
He had just got wed that day.
He said Pass on apologies,
I’m sure your master will be OK.
I will come another time,
I will come another day.
When the master heard no guest would come,
They’d all let him down that day
The angry master spoke and said
Apologies are not OK.
They won’t come another time,
They won’t come another day.
The master said I know who’ll come,
Invite all ‘down and outs’ today.
The banquet was soon buzzing
Everything was A OK.
The guests had found a loving master;
He had found true friends that day.
Ian Smale
Song Meaning
“Three Men And A Banquet” centres on God’s generous invitation and the danger of letting ordinary excuses keep us from his feast. Its repeated language turns doctrine into prayer and gives worshippers words for a faithful response to God.
Biblical Message
The song closely reflects Luke 14:16–24. These passages illuminate its central images and anchor its message in Scripture: God acts in grace, his people respond in faith, and hope rests in what he has promised.
Reflection
Use this song to pause, name the truth it declares, and consider the response it invites. It is especially fitting for evangelism, all-age teaching, or a response to God’s invitation. Let its central confession become a personal prayer and a shared encouragement to the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Three Men And A Banquet” about?
It is about God’s generous invitation and the danger of letting ordinary excuses keep us from his feast.
Which Bible passages connect with this song?
Luke 14:16–24 provide especially clear connections to its message.
How can this song be used in worship?
It can support evangelism, all-age teaching, or a response to God’s invitation, followed by Scripture reading, prayer, or quiet reflection.