Parables Flashcards
KOG
Jesus’s vision of a life that loves God and does good to other people
Parables
A short story told by Jesus to teach people about the Kingdom of God
Why did Jesus tell parables
To teach people about KOG
What are the Parables about
Farming, housework, family celebrations etc
How many parables are recorded in the gospel
50
The lost sheep
Shows that in KOG, God loves every single person without exception.
The mustard Seed
Shows that God’s love is a gift planted in peoples heart where it can grow and mature.
The Good Samaritan
Shows that loving ones neighbours is an essential in the KOG.
Prodigal Son
Shows that in the KOG, God will always forgive the sinner who is truly sorry.
The sower
Shows that people respond in different ways to jesus message about the KOG.
Lost Coin
God