Day: 14 Text: Matthew. 20:1-16 Introduction Jesus told this parable to illustrate the kingdom of heaven and God’s grace. It was spoken in response to Peter’s question in Matthew 19:27—“We have left everything to follow You! What then will there be for us?” Jesus was teaching that God’s rewards are based on His grace, not...
Day: 13 Topic: The Parable of the Two Sons Text: Matt 21:28-32 (NIV) Introduction- The Bible passage we just read started with a question—What do you think? And I want to ask you the same question today: What do you think? About what? You may ask, it’s about everything. Your thought is your drive; it...
Day: 12 Text: Matt. 18:23-31. Introduction- In Matt. 18:23-31., Jesus presents the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant who is forgiven a massive debt but refuses to forgive someone who owes him far less. Forgiveness isn’t always easy, but Jesus makes it clear that it’s essential. This parable speaks on the principle that as recipients of...
Day: 11 Text: Matthew 18:12-14 Introduction- The parable of the wandering sheep is a deep demonstration of God’s extraordinary love, compassion and forgiveness toward us all. Emphasizing that God deeply values each individual and will actively seek out those who are lost, demonstrating his immense love and desire for everyone to be found and brought...
Day: 10 Text: Matthew 13:52 Introduction- The Word of God is ageless, timeless, relevant to all generations and cultures. There is an abundance of resources in the Bible that can proffer solutions to almost any of life`s challenges. All we need to do is ask and The Holy Spirit will direct us. Life Lessons– Life...
Day: 9 Text: Matthew 13: 47-50 Introduction Jesus used the parable of the net to alert his listeners about the final judgement of God that is coming at the end of the age. It is a warning parable that the wicked will eventually be separated from the righteous and will be punished for their sins....
Day: 8 Text: Matt 13:44-46 Introduction: The parables emphasized the immense value of the kingdom of heaven and the joy of discovering it. It means it is worth more to seek, sort and find. John3:3, John 14;2 Hidden treasure- Matt 13:44-45 The man found the kingdom of God, but he sacrifices everything he has to...
Memory Verse: But without faith it is impossible to [walk with God and] please Him, for whoever comes [near] to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He rewards those who [earnestly and diligently] seek Him – Hebrews 11:6 (AMP). Spiritual Emphasis: Faith isn’t static state, it’s a dynamic force – a powerful...
Day: 7 Text: Luke 13:20-21. Introduction- To get the most out of this parable there are certain things we need to understand What is yeast? Yeast can be described as a leavening agent used in baking. What does it do to dough? It is used in dough or batter to make it rise. It permeates and...
Day: 6 Topic: The Parable of the Mustard Seed Text: (NKJV) Luke 13:18-19 , Mathew 13:31-32 31 Introduction The parable of the mustard seed teaches us that the Kingdom of Heaven may start small, but it has the potential to grow and expand greatly, providing refuge, comfort, security and protection, and sustenance for many people...
