THE PARABLES OF JESUS.
In His birth, Jesus changed the world with His incarnation. God became man. His death and resurrection changed eternity, securing a path for others to enter the Kingdom of Heaven.
In his short public ministry, Jesus’s words also transformed humanity, challenging conventional wisdom, demonstrating servant leadership and calling upon His followers to establish a radical love to build God’s Kingdom on earth.
Parables compose a significant share of Jesus’s words captured in the Gospels. He delivered His most memorable lessons through parables—terms such as
“The Good Shepherd.”
and the,
“Prodigal Son.”
have transcended religion and became terms that people of all faiths recognize.
WHAT IS A PARABLE?
According to the dictionary, parables are allegorical stories designed to convey a truth, spiritual principles, or a moral lesson. They are often engaging stories that contain few details, or moral lessons.
Parables have a place in Jewish storytelling. He used elements of daily life to illustrate a more profound message. In modern times Parables are almost associated with Jesus.
WHY DID JESUS USE THEM?
Because Jesus encountered so many different groups of people during His public ministry.
He spent time with His disciples, with Pharisees, with large crowds of strangers who were listening to Him for the first time.
Jesus wanted all men to understand His teachings, so He told stories that could draw in diverse crowds with different points of view.
With Parables, Jesus told stories that revealed the truth about God’s Kingdom while simultaneously challenging the standard worldview of those to whom He spoke.
HE STILL SPEAKS TODAY.
Just as Jesus Spoke to the crowds in His time on earth, He speaks to us today, challenging us to open our hearts to His message.
COMMON THEMES IN PARABLES.
Jesus referenced ordinary things that would resonate with his followers, using everyday concepts to draw in his audience.
He taught lessons to His followers through images of plants, vines, seeds and sowers of them. He shared Parables about family matters, dinner parties and weddings.
Many of the Parables Jesus shared touched on familiar themes, including:
LOVE. 💕
FORGIVENESS.
GOD’S KINGDOM.
I believe they are hugely relevant to you and to me, as all of God’s Word is life-changing. Parables speak differently to each of us in different ways and through various circumstances and at other times.
What are your favourites? (share them with me and the reason why.)
PRAYER.
REDEMPTION.
END TIMES.
The Gospels of Matthew and Luke contain the most Parables; no Parables are found in the Gospel of John.
ARE PARABLES RELEVANT TODAY?
PARABLE OF THE SOWER.
Here are some that stand out as well-known Parables. Jesus.
PARABLE OF THE TALENTS.
PARABLE OF THE PRODIGAL SON.
PARABLE OF THE GOOD SAMARITAN.
THE PARABLE OF THE MUSTARD SEED.
Can you see that they are “Earthly stories with Heavenly meanings?”
As you take the time to read them, pray 🙏 as you read, and you will be surprised by what God reveals to you personally.
Prayer opens your heart ❤️ and mind to perceive what the Holy Spirit reveals just for you.
Always pray, Lord, CHANGE ME!!
Use me to bring,
“GOD’S KINGDOM ON EARTH.”🌎
Amen.
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