Spiritual Stories | The Parables of Jesus
My Takeaways
July 3, 2024
(John 21:24-25) Not all of Scripture was written to us, but it was all written for us. As we conclude our study of the parables, we are reminded of the...
The Sheep and the Goats
July 2, 2024
(Matthew 25:31-46) Because God loves all people, Christ died for everyone. Someday, He will assemble and judge all who have rejected His truth. Each of us will meet God and...
Use It Or Lose It!
July 1, 2024
(Matthew 25:14-30) All of us are answerable to God for the opportunities and abilities He's gifted us. No excuse is reasonable, and we can only blame ourselves for disobedience. Don't...
The Door Was Shut
June 28, 2024
(Matthew 25:1-13) Today, Christ has opened the door for all to come to Him in repentance. There is coming a day, however, when the door will be shut. When will...
The Ruler Speaks to the “rulers”
June 27, 2024
(Matthew 24:45-51) Regardless of the loftiness of your worldly title, we are all but lowly servants to the only High God. Someday, we will bow before our Heavenly Ruler and...
4 Things Jesus Left Us
June 26, 2024
(Mark 13:32-37) Believers ought to be watching for the imminent return of Christ. The Lord has left us all the necessary resources to perform His work. What are we doing...
Learn a Parable of the Fig Tree
June 25, 2024
(Matthew 24:32-36) The Messiah will return soon, and He is not finished with His beloved nation of Israel. Everything God foretells He always fulfills. Listen to today's episode as Christ...
Are You Prepared for the Wedding?
June 24, 2024
(Matthew 22:1-14) You cannot come to God clothed in your own goodness. All our righteousnesses are as filthy rags. Jesus is the only way, and He made a way for...
The Stone
June 21, 2024
(Matthew 21:42-46) Have you accepted what God appointed? What you do with Jesus determines what He will do with you. The Chief Cornerstone must either be received or rejected! (08149240621)
He Sent His Son
June 20, 2024
(Matthew 21:33-41) If you want to know why the religious leaders of Jesus' day hated Him, read the parables. Just as they rejected the Old Testament prophets, these prideful people...
Promises, Perceptions, and Prejudices
June 19, 2024
(Matthew 21:28-32) True repentance is seen by obedience. However, a hardened heart is never a repentant one. To break through our hard hearts, Jesus often used hard language in His...
What Will We Get Out Of It?
June 18, 2024
(Matthew 20:1-16) Even Christians can be consumer-minded! Selfishly, we sometimes serve in order to receive something. We should serve as a grateful response to God's grace. (08146240618)
Impossible!
June 17, 2024
(Mark 10:23-27) Those who trust in themselves and their riches cannot be saved. Possessions very easily lead to pride. Be careful about the things you possess soon possessing you. (08145240617)
Who Are You Trusting?
June 14, 2024
(Luke 18:9-14) Who are you trusting? Saved people are the ones trusting in the Lord's righteousness alone. Christ is worthy of our trust! (08143240614)
Pray and Don’t Faint
June 13, 2024
(Luke 18:1-8) If an ungodly man answers when somebody persistently asks them something, surely our good God will respond when we pray! Prayers are never unanswered when given sincerely in...
Never Forget You Are Just A Servant
June 12, 2024
(Luke 17:5-10) Regardless of what authority you are given, you will still be a servant of the Lord. He is such a wonderful Master! Choose to obey God humbly and...
The Following Events Are Not Fictional
June 11, 2024
(Luke 16:19-31) Hell was made for the devil and his angels. Nobody who goes there wants anyone to join them. Study today's story many people mistake for fictional. (08140240611)
A Lesson From A Shrewd Businessman
June 10, 2024
(Luke 16:1-14) Worldly people often pay more attention to material things for their own benefit than spiritual people pay to the Lord's work for His sake! One day, we will...
Receiving and Giving
June 7, 2024
(Matthew 18:21-34) It is unthinkable that God would forgive us for a lifetime of sin, yet we are unwilling to forgive someone else for one thing they did to us....
Lost at Home
June 6, 2024
(Luke 15:25-32) Religious sinners are often angry ones. Those closest to religion are frequently farthest from Christ. Have you missed the heart of God? (08136240606)
Lost in the Far Country
June 5, 2024
(Luke 15:11-24) Sin brings you to nothing and will take you farther than you ever intended to go. However, our compassionate Heavenly Father waits to restore us to Himself. Join...
The Greatest Joy
June 4, 2024
(Luke 15:8-10) The greatest joy is when a lost soul is found. One soul is exceedingly precious to Jesus. Are you the one Jesus is after today? (08134240604)
Go After the Lost
June 3, 2024
(Luke 15:1-7) Like sheep, sinners wander. Jesus cares so intimately for sinners, that He seeks after them. Not only is He the Savior of sinners, but Christ is also the...
Count the Cost
May 31, 2024
(Luke 14:28-32) Today's episode contains two parables with one overarching theme. To be a follower of Jesus requires true death to self. For us to come to Christ, it cost...
R.S.V.P.
May 30, 2024
(Luke 14:16-24) There is a banquet being planned by our Lord at our Heavenly Father's house. Thanks be unto God we all are invited! Have you passed along the invitation?...
Helping Those Who Cannot Help You
May 29, 2024
(Luke 14:12-14) Blessing comes from blessing those who cannot bless you. Many people give something so they can get something. If we are going to be like Jesus, we must...
Here, You Take My Seat…
May 28, 2024
(Luke 14:7-11) Prideful people always prioritize their interests. We cannot hide these self-serving desires from our all-knowing God. Is pride the driving force behind all your decisions? (08128240528)
Give It One More Year
May 27, 2024
(Luke 13:6-9) God's people are to bear fruit. His Spirit produces characteristics that are reflective of Christ. What if God only permitted you one more year to be fruitful for...
Yes, I’m Talking to You
May 24, 2024
(Luke 12:41-48) Jesus has left behind everything that His followers need in His absence. Sadly, many of His servants have begun living for themselves. As you listen to today’s episode,...
Two Stories – One Truth
May 23, 2024
(Luke 12:35-40) When Jesus comes again, He’ll be returning as a Master and a Thief. Depending on your relationship with Him, His return will be either incredible or terrible. Are...
Don’t Be a Fool!
May 22, 2024
(Luke 12:16-21) Don’t waste your life merely trying to obtain wealth on earth. Spiritually in Christ, we are rich beyond measure. However, we are quick to live foolishly, with no...
A Parable about Prayer
May 21, 2024
(Luke 11:5-13) The Lord allows need in our life to acquaint us with the necessity of Him. Our Heavenly Father is ready to hear and answer our prayers abundantly. Keep...
A Good Neighbor
May 20, 2024
(Luke 10:25-37) The parable of the Good Samaritan is not just a story about being nice. Christ gives this illustration to reveal His divine love. In a world of harshness...
My Good Shepherd
May 17, 2024
(John 10:1-16) In John 10, Christ reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd. While there are others in opposition to Him outside of the sheepfold, Jesus gives incomparable protection and provision....
Forgiven and Forgiving
May 16, 2024
(Matthew 18:21-34) Forgiven people forgive people. This parable of the unforgiving servant reminds us that many people rejoice in received forgiveness yet fail to relay forgiveness themselves. You cannot be...
Do You Understand?
May 15, 2024
(Matthew 13:51-53) God has graciously given us the treasure of His truth. This is the greatest stewardship we have! Are you relaying that which you are receiving? (08117240515)
Let’s Go Fishing
May 14, 2024
(Matthew 13:47-50) Toward the end of Matthew 13, Christ likens the world to a sea. Within this sea are people who will either receive or reject Jesus. The Lord has...
One Pearl
May 13, 2024
(Matthew 13:45-46) Today, we come to the parable concerning the pearl of great price. While in the last study we noticed Christ's plan for Israel, this episode highlights Jesus' passion...
God Is Not Finished with Israel!
May 10, 2024
(Matthew 13:44) God’s chosen people of Israel have always experienced satanic opposition. Although He’s set them aside, the Lord still has a plan and purpose for His peculiar treasure. Join...
The Power of Parables
May 9, 2024
(Matthew 13:34-35) Did you know Christ gives an explanation for using parables? The purpose of the parables was to reveal truth to those who are open, to help us see...
A Little Leaven
May 8, 2024
(Matthew 13:33) Throughout Scripture, leaven symbolizes sin. In today's parable, Christ teaches that evil infiltrates then permeates. While it can be hard for us to identify this little leaven, God...
Unhealthy Growth
May 7, 2024
(Matthew 13:31-32) All growth is not healthy. Bigger does not mean better. As Christ illustrates this truth by the grain of a mustard seed, He reminds us that not all...
Can You Explain?
May 6, 2024
(Matthew 13:36-43) God is not the author of confusion. When you read the Bible, the Lord desires to clarify His truth to you. Do not be afraid of asking the...
The Enemy Is Always at Work!
May 3, 2024
(Matthew 13:24-30) Although many of the parables stand independently, some of them are dependent upon one another. Today's parable continues along the theme of the sower and the seed. As...
The Miracle of Growth
May 2, 2024
(Mark 4:26-29) How miraculous is the truth that we get to labor together with God! We have our part, and God has His part. While Christians plant the seed of...
Let There Be Light!
May 1, 2024
(Mark 4:21-23) Always remember that the Creator of the Old Testament is the Christ of the New Testament. The same God Who said, "Let there be light," has commanded Christians...
Christ’s Most Important Story
April 30, 2024
(Mark 4:13-20) Today's parable takes precedence over all the other parables! If you fail to obey this parable, you will never obey the others. As you listen to this episode,...
Good Ground for God
April 29, 2024
(Matthew 13:3-8) The spiritual soil of your soul matters! God longs for our hearts to be good ground for the seed of His Word to grow. Determine today to be...
Don’t Miss Jesus!
April 26, 2024
(Matthew 12:43-45) Christianity is not simply about getting all the bad things out. Through faith in Christ, God longs to move in to our lives, bringing in all things that...
Stronger Than the Strong Man
April 25, 2024
(Matthew 12:24-29) The kingdom of God is always a stark contrast from the kingdom of Satan. The former focuses on life and light, while the latter focuses on death and...
Great Forgiveness = Great Love
April 24, 2024
(Luke 7:41-50) The heart of Jesus is a heart for all sinners. At the same time, God sees our hearts. Regardless if we are worldly or religious, we do not...
Wise and Foolish Children
April 23, 2024
(Luke 7:31-35) Our God of truth has done everything possible to get us the truth. The fact that we have the preserved Word of God today is a miracle! The...
What Will You DO with the Sermon?
April 22, 2024
(Luke 6:47-49) Storms are inevitable in life. The question is will you be able to withstand these storms? Your stance directly depends on your foundation. If you want a good...
Ditches, Splinters, and Beams
April 19, 2024
(Luke 6:39-4) You cannot help others with the sin in their lives while you have sin in your life. You cannot teach others what you have not learned; neither can...
When the Old Becomes New
April 18, 2024
(Matthew 9:16-17) Jesus did not come to make what was old better. He came to make the old new! Only our Creator can do such a thing. You can be...
It’s Time to Fast
April 17, 2024
(Matthew 9:14-15) When was the last time you fasted? Fasting is connected to seeking God. While we wait on the return of Christ, we ought to humble our souls before...
