When Jesus taught He often used parables – stories that always had a point to them. Sometimes the point was hard for His audience to get. And sometimes the disciples struggled to get the meaning too. Jesus wanted them to wrestle with the meaning. Fortunately for us, Jesus often unpacked the parables for His disciples. It is then that the meaning often comes alive.
We tend to remember a good story much longer than a list of do’s and don’ts. We can remember many of Jesus’ parables and they continue to speak to us today. They contain lessons and insights that will always be relevant to life in any day and age. The Bible is truly a living, breathing book.
As we spend time reading His word, we are storing up instructions for life. Soak in its rich teachings so that Jesus Christ may permeate all of your relationships, interactions, and life.
Scripture reference: Matthew 18: 23-35