S + K - Parable Of The Banquet Flashcards
1
Q
What did Jesus teach in this?
A
That God seeks everywhere for his people
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That those who respond to his invitation will enter the kingdom and be saved
2
Q
Most significantly what does the Parable nightlight?
A
That the places at the banquet (kingdom) will not be give to those who are important by human standards
- it’s the humble who will receive seats of honour
3
Q
Who’s is the kingdom open to?
A
Not just Jews but all people who respond to the invitation
- those who reject the invitation have lost their opportunity
4
Q
What did Leon Morris have to say about the Banquet?
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That the Parable emphasises the truth that people are saved by responding to God’s invitation, not by their own effort
