But He began to tell the people this parable, ‘A man planted a vineyard, and leased it to tenant farmers, and went on a considerably long journey;’
Luke 20:9
Jesus is telling this as a follow up to the question just asked of Him. He had no intention of leaving that subject quickly. By the end of this parable, the scribes and priests knew it was about them.
The journey mentioned here is just a part of the story of the parable. It highlights the fact that a lot of time is passing, but is not meant to indicate that God is on a journey somewhere. He is active and involved with His creation.
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your work with us. We do not even understand what that represents from Your perspective. We cannot fathom the mercy, grace, and love it takes for You to even do that. We are inadequate for every task, and yet You have made us able through Christ. I praise You! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.