The Parables and Stories of Jesus
Simple stories from everyday life, yet containing profound truths about the Kingdom of Heaven, love, and the mercy of God.
Prodigal Son Faith Deconstruction & Reconstruction
Explore how the Parable of the Prodigal Son provides a trauma-informed roadmap for faith deconstruction and reconstruction. Discover Catholic wisdom for navigating doubt, healing religious trauma, and rebuilding spiritual trust through sacramental grace and embodied community.
The Parable of the Steward — Using the Temporary for the Eternal
Luke 16:1–13: the steward is dismissed, reduces debts to be welcomed; the master praises the shrewdness of the world; the Lord teaches to use dishonest wealth to make friends, and not to serve two masters.
The Parable of the Treasure and the Precious Gem — The Kingdom of Heaven is Worth Sacrificing Everything
Matthew 13:44–46: The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up; then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value,
The Fable of the Fishing Net — Good and Bad Until the Day of Judgment
Matthew 13:47–50: "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and gathered fish of every kind. When it was full, men drew it ashore and sat down and sorted the good into containers but threw away the bad. So it will be at the end of the age. The angels will come out and
The Wheat Seed Sown in the Ground — Life Through Death According to the Word of God
John 12:24: "Unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit." — Jesus spoke these words before the Passover.
The Story of the True Vine and the Branch — Abiding in Jesus
John 15:1–8: I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the
The Parable of Two Sons — Doing the Will of the Father
Matthew 21:28–32: one son said "no" and then went to work, another said "yes" and did not go; tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the Kingdom before the religious leaders.
Fable of the Late Night Friend Asking for Bread — Perseverance in Prayer
Luke 11:5–8: the friend does not want to get up, but because of his "persistence" he gives in; Jesus connects this with the call to ask in prayer.
The Parable of the House on the Rock and Sand — Hear and Practice the Word of God
Matthew 7:24–27 and Luke 6:47–49: two men built a house, and when the rain and winds came — only the house built on a solid foundation stood firm.
The Parable of Ten Minas — Faithful to the Trust Given
Luke 19:11–27: A nobleman went to receive a kingdom, giving each servant a mina; the one who earned a profit was rewarded, while the one who hid it in a cloth lost even what he had.
The Parable of the Wedding Feast of the King — Invitation to the Kingdom of God
Phân tích theo Ma-thi-ơ 22:1–14: Trong đoạn Kinh Thánh này, Chúa Giê-su kể một dụ ngôn về một tiệc cưới, qua đó Ngài muốn truyền đạt những thông điệp sâu sắc về Nước Trời. 1. **Lời mời bị khước từ**: Vị vua trong dụ ngôn đã mời những người được chọn đến dự tiệc cưới cho con trai mình, nhưng họ đã
The Fable of the Persistent Widow — Always Ask, Never Lose Heart
The parable in Luke 18:1-8 presents a powerful narrative about a persistent widow and an unjust judge. In this story, the widow continually approaches the judge, seeking justice against her adversary. Despite the judge's initial reluctance and lack of concern for justice or God, her persistence
The Fable of Rice and Weeds — Growing Together Until Harvest
The Parable of the Weeds (Matthew 13:24–30, explanation 36–43) presents a profound teaching about the coexistence of good and evil in the world. In this parable, a man sows good seed in his field, but while everyone is asleep, an enemy comes and sows weeds among the wheat. When the plants begin to
The Parable of the Vineyard Worker — A Daniel and the Kindness of the Landlord
The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20:1–16) presents a profound lesson on the nature of God's grace and the Kingdom of Heaven. In this parable, a landowner hires workers at different times throughout the day, yet pays them all the same wage of one denarius, regardless of the hours
The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant — Ten Thousand Talents and One Denarius
The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant (Matthew 18:23–35) presents a profound lesson on mercy and forgiveness. In this parable, a king forgives a servant a colossal debt, symbolizing the immense grace and mercy that God extends to humanity. However, this same servant, upon encountering a fellow
The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector — Humility Before the Lord
Analysis of the parable (Luke 18:9–14): two prayers, 'I thank you, God,' and the conclusion 'this man went home justified.'
The Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man — The Eternal Divide
The Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (Luke 16:19–31) presents a profound narrative that invites reflection on themes of compassion, justice, and the consequences of our choices in life. In this parable, we encounter two main characters: a rich man who lives in luxury and Lazarus, a poor man
The Fable of the Foolish Rich Man — Tonight Your Soul
The Parable of the Rich Fool (Luke 12:16–21) presents a profound lesson on the nature of wealth and the priorities of life. In this parable, Jesus tells the story of a rich man whose land produced an abundant harvest. Instead of using his wealth to help others or to further his relationship with
The Fable of Ten Virgins — Awakening and Oil in the Heart
The Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1–13) presents a profound lesson on preparedness and vigilance in the context of the Kingdom of Heaven. In this parable, ten virgins take their lamps and go out to meet the bridegroom. However, the bridegroom is delayed, and as they wait, they all fall
The Parable of the Lost Silver — God Patiently Seeks
The Parable of the Lost Coin (Luke 15:8–10) presents a profound message through its imagery of light, sweeping the house, and the joy of inviting friends to share in the celebration. In this parable, the act of lighting a lamp symbolizes the illumination of truth and the search for what is lost.
The Parable of the Lost Sheep — God Seeks the Lost
Analysis of the parable of the lost sheep (Luke 15:4–7) in the Luke 15 trilogy: why the Lord prioritizes the lost, and what joy in heaven means.
Parable of the Talents — Faithful in Little, Entrusted with Much
Phân tích chuyên sâu dụ ngôn Các Ta-lâng trong Ma-thi-ơ 25:14-30. Khám phá ý nghĩa về quản lý ơn phước, sự trung tín, và trách nhiệm trước mặt Đức Chúa Trời.
Parable of the Mustard Seed — From Humble Beginnings to the Great Kingdom of Heaven
The Parable of the Mustard Seed in Matthew 13:31-32 offers a profound insight into the growth of the Kingdom of Heaven. This parable illustrates how something that begins as small and seemingly insignificant as a mustard seed can grow into a large tree, providing shelter and sustenance. In the
Parable of the Good Samaritan — Who Is My Neighbor?
Phân tích chuyên sâu dụ ngôn Người Sa-ma-ri Nhân Lành trong Lu-ca 10:25-37 mang đến cho chúng ta một cái nhìn sâu sắc về tình yêu và lòng thương xót mà Chúa Giê-su muốn truyền đạt. Trong câu chuyện này, một thầy thông luật hỏi Chúa Giê-su về điều cần làm để được sự sống đời đời. Chúa Giê-su đáp lại
The Parable of the Prodigal Son — The Father's Unconditional Love
The Parable of the Prodigal Son, found in Luke 15:11-32, offers a profound insight into the unconditional love of God through the image of the father who runs to welcome his son. This parable is a powerful illustration of forgiveness, repentance, and the boundless mercy of God. In the story, the
Parable of the Sower — Four Types of Soil, Four Hearts
### Phân Tích Dụ Ngôn Người Gieo Giống Trong Ma-thi-ơ 13:3-23, Chúa Giêsu kể dụ ngôn Người Gieo Giống để minh họa cách Lời Chúa được tiếp nhận bởi các tấm lòng khác nhau. Dụ ngôn này không chỉ là một câu chuyện đơn giản về nông nghiệp, mà còn là một bài học sâu sắc về đời sống tâm linh. #### Bốn
“The Kingdom of Heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard...”Matthew 20:1
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