Parables
16 Lessons in this series
Parables: What Are They?
In this opening study on the Parables of Jesus, we explore the fundamental question: what is a parable? Join us as we examine why Jesus used...
Parable of the Sower
In this study, we explore one of the most well-known teachings of Jesus: the Parable of the Sower. Found in Matthew, Mark, and Luke, this...
Parable of the Tares
In this study, we dive into the Parable of the Tares (or weeds) found in Matthew 13. Join us as we explore Jesus' explanation of this powerful...
Short Parables of the Kingdom
In this study, we dive into three short but profound parables from Matthew 13 that describe the nature and value of the Kingdom of Heaven. Join us...
Parables of the Dragnet and the Householder
In this study, we wrap up the parables of Matthew 13 by looking at two final illustrations from the Lord: The Dragnet and The Householder. We...
The Two Sons and The Vinedressers
In this study, we explore two powerful parables found in Matthew 21: The Parable of the Two Sons and The Parable of the Vinedressers. Join...
Parables of the Wedding Feast and the Great Supper
In this lesson, we explore two closely related stories: the Parable of the Wedding Feast (Matthew 22:1-14) and the Parable of the Great...
Parables of the Seed Sprouting and What Defiles a Man
In this study, we explore two parables that emphasize our personal responsibility in both our spiritual growth and our struggle with sin. First,...
Parables of the Unjust Judge and Prayers at the Temple
In this study, we explore two parables from Luke 18 that, while different in tone, both provide essential lessons on the nature of prayer and our...
Parables of the Unforgiving Servant and the Day Laborers
In this study, we dive into two powerful lessons from the book of Matthew that challenge our perspective on grace, debt, and the generosity of...
Parable of the Rich Fool
In this lesson, we explore the Parable of the Rich Fool from Luke 12:13-21. This study was prompted by a request from someone in the crowd for...
Preparation for Judgment
In this study, we explore the parables of Jesus that focus on preparation for judgment. Whether we look at the destruction of Jerusalem, the end of...
Parables of the Talents and Minas
In this study, we dive into two very similar yet distinct parables: The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25) and The Parable of the Minas...
What Are Our Talents?
In this study, we revisit the Parable of the Talents to answer a vital question: "How do I know what my talents are?" While we often think...
Story of the Good Samaritan
In this lesson, we take a closer look at the Story of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10:25-37. While often called a parable, we discuss how this...
The Rich Man and Lazarus
In this video, we take a deep look at the account of The Rich Man and Lazarus found in Luke 16:19-31. While many refer to this as a "parable,"...