New testament parables of jesus
Here are some of the most well-known parables of Jesus from the New Testament:
- The Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-23, Mark 4:1-20, Luke 8:4-15) - Jesus teaches about the different ways people respond to the gospel message.
- The Parable of the Wheat and the Tares (Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43) - Jesus teaches about the coexistence of good and evil in the world.
- The Parable of the Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31-32, Mark 4:30-32, Luke 13:18-19) - Jesus teaches about the growth of the kingdom of God.
- The Parable of the Yeast (Matthew 13:33, Luke 13:20-21) - Jesus teaches about the spread of the kingdom of God.
- The Parable of the Net (Matthew 13:47-50) - Jesus teaches about the separation of good and evil at the end of the age.
- The Parable of the Lost Sheep (Matthew 18:12-14, Luke 15:3-7) - Jesus teaches about God's love and search for those who are lost.
- The Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) - Jesus teaches about the love and forgiveness of God.
- The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) - Jesus teaches about the importance of loving one's neighbor.
- The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31) - Jesus teaches about the consequences of wealth and poverty.
- The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Luke 18:9-14) - Jesus teaches about the importance of humility and prayer.
- The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant (Matthew 18:23-35) - Jesus teaches about the importance of forgiveness.
- The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) - Jesus teaches about the importance of using one's gifts and talents for God's kingdom.
- The Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1-13) - Jesus teaches about the importance of being prepared for the return of Christ.
- The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats (Matthew 25:31-46) - Jesus teaches about the final judgment and the importance of serving others.
These parables are just a few examples of the many stories Jesus told to teach about God's kingdom and the importance of living a life of faith and obedience.