Fascinating Bible Studies on Every Parable: For Personal or Small Group Use

by Dr. William H. Marty

Overview

A Change of Pace for Your Bible Study

Jesus knew the power of stories to touch people's hearts, so he used parables to teach his followers about the kingdom of God. If you want to know God better, the parables are a great place to start.

This book provides short studies on every parable in the Bible. You'll learn what God wants us to know from the prodigal son, the good Samaritan, the lost sheep, the talents, the sower, and many more. Each study includes

● a summary of the parable
● the Scripture reference where it can be found
● information on the historical and cultural setting
● key points to each message
● questions that open the door to discussion, reflection, or further investigation

A wonderful tool for small groups or to add variety to your personal devotions. Let these studies draw you nearer to God as they enhance your understanding of his Word.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781493424894
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	08/18/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	4 MB

About the Author

Dr. William H. Marty taught at Moody Bible Institute for thirty-seven years. His main emphasis was teaching an Old and New Testament survey to freshman at the Chicago campus, and the fruit of his focus on teaching the story line of the Bible was published in The Whole Bible Story. Dr. Marty has also written The World of Jesus and The Jesus Story and coauthored A Quick-Start Guide to the Whole Bible. He lives in Colorado with his wife, Linda, and is an active triathlete.
Dr. William H. Marty has taught at Moody Bible Institute for 40 years. His main emphasis has been teaching an Old and New Testament survey to freshman at the Chicago campus, and the fruit of his focus on teaching the storyline of the Bible has been published in The Whole Bible Story. Dr. Marty has also written The World of Jesus and The Jesus Story and coauthored A Quick-Start Guide to the Whole Bible. Bill lives in Chicago with his wife, Linda, and they have two children and two grandchildren. Bill is an active triathlete and has competed at the national and international levels.

Table of Contents

Introduction 5

Old Testament Parables

The Trees and the Thornbush King 17

The Rich Man and the Poor Man 22

New Testament Parables The Nature of the Kingdom

The Coming of the Kingdom 31

The Sower and the Soils 31

The Wheat and Weeds 38

The Seed Growing Secretly 43

The Leaven 47

The Mustard Seed 51

The Children in the Marketplace 55

Jesus and Beelzebul, the Strong Man, and Good and Bad Trees 62

The Value of the Kingdom 66

The Hidden Treasure and the Pearl of Great Price 66

The Consummation of the Kingdom 71

The Fish Net 71

The Wise and Foolish Virgins 75

The Sheep and the Goats 81

The Ethics of the Kingdom

Discipleship 89

The Tower Builder and the Warring King 89

The Shrewd Manager 95

The Talents 100

The Unforgiving Servant 105

The Watchful Servants and the Wise Manager 111

The Thief 116

Reversal 119

The Narrow Door 119

The Wedding Banquet 123

The Great Banquet 128

The Rich Man and Lazarus 134

The Good Samaritan 139

Prayer 147

The Helpless Widow and the Unjust Judge 147

The Pharisee and the Tax Collector 154

The Friend at Midnight 161

Grace and Love 166

The Workers in the Vineyard 166

The Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin 169

The Prodigal Son/the Loving Father 176

The Unworthy Servant 183

The Sinful Woman and Two Debtors 187

Judgment 191

The Wise and Foolish Builders 191

The Rich Fool 198

The Wicked Tenants 203

Fruit fulness 208

The Barren Fig Tree 208

The Vine and the Branches 215

What Does God Expect of Me? 219

Notes 221