Issue 37: Power of the Parable
The Power of the Parable
“Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock”
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“Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock”
Jesus used parables to teach a truth or to answer a question. He used real-life situations in His stories to connect with His audience. A
And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to hear it. But without a parable spake he not
Modern illustrations and life stories are valuable in relating truth to an audience. Illustrations can engage the people and make truth relevant in the light
The study of parables is an interesting and profound way to learn many of the doctrines and teachings of Christ. They are more than stories;
The Gospel of John is focused on giving us a clear image of Jesus, His character, and His nature. There are nine metaphors (figures of