Jesus often used parables to teach his followers about the kingdom of God. His stories and analogies sometimes confused his followers, but Jesus patiently but urgently described what God’s kingdom looks like, what its values are, and how the people of his kingdom should behave. Jesus’ kingdom parables still reveal aspects of God’s kingdom and point the way for his people today.
Jesus told stories and analogies to patiently but urgently describe what God’s kingdom looks like, what its values are, and how the people of his kingdom should behave. 08/29/2025