Why Parables?

Unlocked: Daily Devotions for Teens · Feb 2, 2025 · 4m

READ: LUKE 15 Have you ever wondered why Jesus often spoke in parables? Parables are short, metaphorical stories that point to a deeper truth. They illustrate what Jesus was teaching, and they can also make biblical truths easier for us to understand. It’s kind of like the difference between eating a lime and eating a slice of key lime pie. On its own, a lime is very sour. It’s too much for most of our taste buds to handle. But key lime pie is different. We can still taste the lime, but it’s much sweeter. It’s suited for our taste buds so it’s not too intense and we can enjoy the flavor of…