Parables:God will accept all people into Heaven equally the moment they repent, whether it’s at the beginning, middle, or end of their lives
Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard
Parables:Upon the return of Christ, those who live in Christ will shine, while those who love evil will be exposed and suffer eternal separation from God.
Parable of the Weeds
Parables:The Angels are described as gathering all of humanity and separating the wicked from the righteous.
Parable of the Net
Parables:We are forgiven by God for our great amount of wrongdoing, therefore we are to forgive others for the wrongs that are done to us.
Parable of the Unmerciful servant
Parables:Showing that actions speak louder then words in displaying who really repents of selfishness and lives by faith.
Parable of the Two Sons
Parables:When given the opportunity to partake in the glory of life, many would rather choose the comfort of remaining in the limited conditions they are in.
Parable of the Wedding Banquet
Parables:The recognition of the incredible value of knowing and applying God’s wisdom, rather than spending our time and money in other pursuits.
Parable of the Hidden Treasure/Pearl
Parables:Wisdom of living in a manner being able to meet the daily call of loving God and loving others and eagerly anticipating that one day we will live in eternity with God, either by Jesus’ return or our physical death.
Parable of the Ten Virgins
Parables:The amazing truth about how just a little bit of faith can produce wonders due to the power of God.
Parable of the Mustard Seed
Parables:The clear consequence of choosing to develop or waste the opportunities and abilities we’ve been given.
Parable of the Talents
Parables:How valuable we are to God, and how intensely He will seek after us.
The Parable of the Lost Sheep
Parables:The understanding that we are merely caretakers of the life God has provided us, not the owners of it.
Parable of the Tenants
Parables:How individuals receive and apply the Word of God into their lives.
Parable of the Sower
When Jesus was asked by his disciples why He taught in parables, he responded that
Parables contain the secrets of the knowledge of the Kingdom of Heaven for all who seek to understand
What did Pilate believe about truth?
That truth was relative to each individual depending on their situation. That there wasn’t any absolute truth that applied to everyone.That truth was a waster of time to even discuss it with Jesus.
Why are we considered “co-heirs” with Jesus Christ?
Through the death of Jesus, we become sons and daughters of God
In Romans 8:12, it states that “we have an obligation” to do what?
To love God by being all that He created us to be
In Romans 8:18, it states that “our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” The significance of this verse is
Focus on how present problems are an opportunity to love God and love othersDon’t complain about the present, temporary lifeNo matter what happens in this life, it will not equal eternity in Heaven with God
How does the Spirit help us in our weakness, especially in prayer?
It intercedes for us and reveals to us what we need
What is the significance of Romans 8:8 “Those controlled by the sinful nature cannot please God”?
When we are focused upon our selfish desires, by definition we are ignoring God’s call on our lives.
What does it meant to be “more than a conqueror”?
We don’t focus upon who wins or loses, because we know Christ has already conquered all
What did Jesus say He DID NOT come into the world to do?
Condemn it
What did Jesus say He DID come into the world to do?
Bring truth
Romans 9:20 states “Who are you, O man, to talk back to God.” This verse is in reference to future generations thinking they have the authority to question God’s choice to use this individual to play a role in the history of man?
Pharaoh
