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How to Understand the Parables of Jesus (Matthew 13 Explained)
How should Christians understand the parables of Jesus? In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains what parables are, why Jesus used them, and how to interpret them faithfully according to Scripture. Parables can seem simple, but they are often misunderstood. Some overcomplicate them, while others reduce them to moral lessons. But as Jesus teaches in Matthew 13, parables both reveal truth to those who are humble and receptive and conceal truth from those who are hardhearted. In this episode, you'll learn: • What parables are and what they are not • Why Jesus used…
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