ParablesThe Sower

The Mustard SeedThe Yeast

What is a Parable?

ParableDefinition- a comparison between

something that is familiar to something that is unfamiliar

A riddleA fableA story

A proverb

How does Jesus use parables?Illustrations from daily life

Uses exaggeration and surprise

Why does Jesus use parables?Illustrate truth

Conceal message

Preserve memory

How do we discover the truth of a parable?3 steps:

1) What comes at the end?

(2) What is spoken in direct discourse?

(3) To what or whom is the most space devoted?

3 Parables Matthew 13

The Parable of the SowerRead Matthew 13: 1-23

What truth is Jesus trying to illustrate with this parable?

Lesson: The Parable of the Sower Be the Good Soil! someone who hears, understands, and lives word of God

growsproduces great fruits

The Parable of the YeastRead Matthew 13: 33

What truth is Jesus trying to illustrate with this parable?

The Parable of the YeastComing of kingdom begins not with a grand spectacle, but a hidden presence

The yeast is “mixed in with” (or hidden in) the flour, like the Kingdom of God is hidden in the world

Parable of the Mustard SeedRead Matthew 13: 31-32

What truth is Jesus trying to illustrate with this parable?

The Parable of the Mustard SeedGod’s kingdom starts small, in time

it will grow large

The kingdom allows for refuge, like the tree for the birds

Activity

Write your own parable.What message do you want to teach?

Who is your audienceHow do you want to teach it?