Thorny Ground that Chokes the Seed – Mark 4:18-19
In the parable of the soils, I find myself challenged by the thorns that choke out the seed. There are so many thorns in my life.
Parables
Lazarus and the Rich Man – Luke 16:19-31
The parable of Lazarus and the rich man tells us that our final fate is determined in this life. And if we will not believe, no miracle will convince us.
Parable of the Persistent Widow – Luke 18:1-8
The parable of the persistent widow teaches us to be faithful in bringing our needs before God. He loves us and will respond. In his time.
Are You Ready? – Matthew 24:45-25:13
Jesus promised that he would return for those who are his. Are you ready for it? We don’t know when. But we should live in expectation of it.
The Parable of the Rich Fool – Luke 12:13-21
There is nothing wrong with having wealth. But, unlike the rich fool, we should recognize it is temporary, and work toward eternal riches.
The Lost and Found Parables – Luke 15:3-32
Jesus told three parables about something that was lost, but had been found. And the rejoicing in heaven over what was found.
The Parables of the Precious – Matthew 13:44-46
The parable of the pearl and the parable of the hidden treasure express the value of the kingdom of God. Will we give up everything for it?