Parables

Question 1

On how we receive the word of God

Answer 1

Parable of the Sower

Question 2

That we are caretakers and not owners of our lives God has provided for us

Answer 2

Parable of the Tenants

Question 3

That we are valuable to God and He seeks after us

Answer 3

Parable of the Lost Sheep

Question 4

That we have been forgiven by God and are therefore called to forgive others

Answer 4

Parable of the Unmerciful Servant

Question 5

That actions speak louder than words in showing who really will repent of selfishness and live by faith

Answer 5

Parable of the Two Sons

Question 6

The recognition of the incredible value of knowing and applying God’s wisdom, rather than spending our time and talents in other selfish pursuits

Answer 6

Parable of the Hidden Treasure/Pearl

Question 7

That God will accept all people into Heaven equally the moment they repent, whether it’s at the beginning, middle, or end of their lives

Answer 7

Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard

Question 8

Where the angels are described as gathering all of humanity and separating the wicked from the righteous

Answer 8

Parable of the Net

Question 9

That upon Christ’s return, those who live in Christ will shine, while those who love evil will be exposed and suffer eternal separation from God

Answer 9

Parable of the Weeds

Question 10

That despite all being given the opportunity to partake in the glory of life, many would rather choose the comfort of remaining in the limited conditions they are in

Answer 10

Parable of the Wedding Banquet

Question 11

Wisdom of living in a manner where one is able to meet the daily call of loving God and loving others while eagerly anticipating living in eternity with God

Answer 11

Parable of the Ten Virgins

Question 12

The amazing truth about how just a little bit of faith can produce wonders due to the power of God

Answer 12

Parable of the Mustard Seed/Yeast

Question 13

On the clear consequences of choosing to develop or waste the opportunities we’ve been given

Answer 13

Parable of the Talents

Question 14

What did Jesus’ tell his disciples when they asked him why he taught in parables?

Answer 14

That they contained the knowledge of the secrets of Heaven

Question 15

In between which two parables did Jesus teach the lesson on relationship reconciliation in Matthew 18?

Answer 15

Parable of Lost Sheep & Parable of the Unmerciful Servant

Question 16

What are the three (3) steps of relationship reconciliation described in Matthew 18?

Answer 16

a. Go to the other to restore the relationship
b. Bring one with you that the other respects to restore the relationship
c. Bring the conflict before the church (authority) to restore the relationship