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    This document discusses Jesus' use of parables to teach religious truths. It defines parables as stories from daily life that use metaphors to convey spiritual lessons. The document outlines key elements of parables, such as comparing concepts, using everyday examples, including surprises, describing God and his kingdom, and showing how people should act to be part of God's kingdom. Parables are an invitation for people to examine their lives and priorities and make changes to enter God's kingdom.

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    This document discusses Jesus' use of parables to teach religious truths. It defines parables as stories from daily life that use metaphors to convey spiritual lessons. The document outlines key elements of parables, such as comparing concepts, using everyday examples, including surprises, describing God and his kingdom, and showing how people should act to be part of God's kingdom. Parables are an invitation for people to examine their lives and priorities and make changes to enter God's kingdom.

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    This document discusses Jesus' use of parables to teach religious truths. It defines parables as stories from daily life that use metaphors to convey spiritual lessons. The document outlines key elements of parables, such as comparing concepts, using everyday examples, including surprises, describing God and his kingdom, and showing how people should act to be part of God's kingdom. Parables are an invitation for people to examine their lives and priorities and make changes to enter God's kingdom.

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    The Parables of Jesus

    Jesus Christ Course

    Document # TX001251

    The Parables of Jesus


    The first ten slides will show an artistic depiction of Jesus parables. Quietly study the image. Use your memory or a Bible to determine what parable is being presented. After some quiet reflection, name the parable. As a class, recall as much of the parable as you can while still viewing the image. What is the message of the parable? How does the artist portray the message of the parable? What are the common elements between the images and the parables depicted?

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    Overview of Parables
    A specific style of Jesus teaching Narrative teaching, like storytelling: people are intended to hear the narrative and identify with the characters and the actions Honored tradition among Judean people: parables passed on wisdom of the ancestors to the next generation A well-crafted parable revealed injustice, led to repentance, and brought about change.

    Definition of a Parable
    A story that uses metaphors based on daily life to convey religious truths Comes from the Greek word parabole, meaning comparison

    Common or Core Elements of Parables


    What are the common or core elements of Jesus parables? Compare things. Use elements from everyday life to relate to audience. Contain a surprise twist to engage audience. Describe GodGods nature, qualities, or attributes. Give examples of peoples relationships with one another. Explain how God wants people to act, especially if they want to be a part of the Kingdom of Heaven. Describe the Kingdom.

    Importance of Parables
    They describe God. They describe Gods Kingdom. They are an invitation to enter into the Kingdom of God. They describe how God wants people to act, especially if they want to be a part of the Kingdom. They are mirrors for people to see their behavior, especially what they need to change. They are a concrete reality that confronts people with the choice to examine their priorities and make difficult choices.

    The Parables of Jesus


    Closing discussion: What is your favorite or most memorable parable? Why? What character in your favorite parable do you most relate to? Why? Describe the overall message of the parable in your own words.

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