Podcasts about parables

This is the fourth live Q&A from the Jesus and Galilee class with John Dominic Crossan — recorded, appropriately, on St. Patrick's Day, which means Dom is operating with a slight green halo and absolutely zero intention of slowing down. The questions this week go deep into parable theory: what it actually means for a parable to "point elsewhere," why the Parable of the Sower is not about sowing, what the Parable of the Vineyard Workers is doing to anyone in the crowd who has ever stood all day looking for work and been blamed for standing there, and why Luke's version of the Good Samaritan is both right and a domestication of something far more dangerous. Dom takes apart the three sub-genres — riddle, example, and challenge parables — shows how the tradition keeps sliding one into another, and makes the case that Job, Ruth, and Jonah are all challenge parables of the Hebrew Bible aimed at blowing up the certainties of post-exilic restoration theology. There's a devastating reading of the Eucharist as a public political declaration that you are willing to die for what Jesus died for, a meditation on why comic eschatology is the first great act of resistance against autocracy, and a moment where Dom explains why he became an American citizen in 2000 — and it will not surprise you. If you want to hear all four lectures behind these Q&As and send in your own questions for our final session, head over to crossanclass.com — you can join for whatever you can give, including zero. ⁠You can WATCH the conversation on YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ONLINE LENT CLASS: Jesus in Galilee w/ John Dominic Crossan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ What can we actually know about Jesus of Nazareth? And, what difference does it make? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This Lenten class ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠begins where all of Dr. John Dominic Crossan's has work begins: with history. Only by understanding what Jesus' parables meant then can we wrestle with what they might demand of us now. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The class is donation-based, including 0, so join, get info, and join up here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ John Dominic Crossan, professor emeritus at DePaul University, is widely regarded as the foremost historical Jesus scholar of our time. He is the author of several bestselling books, including The Historical Jesus, How to Read the Bible and Still Be a Christian, God and Empire, Jesus: A Revolutionary Biography, The Greatest Prayer, The Last Week, and The Power of Parable. He lives in Minneola, Florida. Previous Podcast Episodes with Dom & Tripp ⁠Are We Waiting for God, or Is God Waiting for Us?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠A Tale of Two Gods: Why C.S. Lewis's Famous Argument Falls Apart⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠From Iron Swords to Nuclear Bombs: Tracing 3,000 Years of Escalatory Violence⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Paul, Christ, & the Mystery of Execution & Resurrection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Paul & Thecla⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask JC Anything⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Homebrewed Christianity ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠production. Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the Homebrewed Christianity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theology Nerd Throwdown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Rise of Bonhoeffer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 75,000 other people by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack - Process This!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get instant access to over 50 classes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.TheologyClass.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast, drop a review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, send ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠feedback/questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or become a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠member of the HBC Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Featuring: Steve Macchia, Suz Skinner, Matt Scott "Ask. Seek. Knock… there's initiative attached to every one of those words." - Steve Macchia In this episode of The Discerning Leader Podcast, Steve Macchia, Suze Skinner, and Matt Scott continue their journey through Praying the Parables of Jesus, reflecting on a group of parables centered around one simple word: serve. Through prayerful conversation, they explore how the stories of Jesus invite us to serve with persistence, humility, watchfulness, and faithfulness. Slowing down with the parables through practices like Lectio Divina and Visio Divina reveals layer upon layer of meaning—reminding us that these seemingly simple stories continue to form and transform us again and again. This conversation invites listeners to wrestle honestly with God, trusting that the parables are meant to wake us up, deepen our trust, and shape us into servants of God's kingdom. Join us on the Lenten Prayer Journey! Learn more here.  Join the conversation about spiritual discernment as a way of life at www.LeadershipTransformations.org and consider participation in our online and in-person program offerings. Additional LTI spiritual formation resources can be found at www.SpiritualFormationStore.com and www.ruleoflife.com and www.healthychurch.net.    

From lightning lanes to height requirements, there are connections to Jesus Christ and His gospel that can help us in our daily lives as parents raising young children in today's world. Join Seth and I as we share parenthood parables from the most magical place on Earth. 

Jesus still speaks to us in parables to pronounce his kingdom, our capacity to listen and understand is an extraordinary kindness and stands in contrast to the world's continued rejection of him.   Scripture: Matthew 13:10-17, 34-35

Parables of the Return by Gospel Centered Mission Focused

What if prayer isn't about convincing God to listen?In Luke 11, Jesus tells a strange story about a neighbour who refuses to help in the middle of the night. At first glance, it sounds like a lesson about persistence—keep knocking until God finally answers. But a closer look reveals something deeper.In this message from our Parables of Grace series, we explore the story often called The Unhelpful Friend and discover that Jesus isn't teaching us to badger God into responding. Instead, he invites us into a posture of shameless audacity—standing before God without fear, calculation, or shame.Prayer isn't a transaction.It's an act of trust.Join us as we explore:• Why Jesus answers questions with stories• Our human desire for predictable formulas in faith• The difference between persistence and audacity in prayer• What it means to approach God without shameScripture: Luke 11:1–8If you'd like to learn more about Commons Church, visit:https://commons.church#prayer  #Luke11 #ParablesOfGrace #JesusTeaching #Faith ★ Support this podcast ★

Why Did Jesus Speak In Parables? Speaker: Hugh Black

Parables Sermon Series | Luke 14:1-11

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What if the key to overcoming condemnation isn't arguing better — but listening better?In this episode, John explores Jesus' surprising instruction in Luke 8:18: “Consider carefully how you listen.” Through the parable of the sower, Jesus explains that the condition of our hearts determines whether the words we hear bring growth or simply bounce off.John shares a recent moment when he caught himself listening critically instead of humbly — and how a simple shift changed everything.You'll learn:- why we often listen in order to judge- the three unhealthy ways we listen- what Jesus means by a “good and noble heart”- how humble listening opens the door to growth- why listening well makes condemnation harderWhen we begin to listen with humility — asking what God might want to show us — conversations change. And so do we.Because there is now no condemnation.

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Today's Scripture passages are Exodus 39:8 - Exodus 40 | Mark 4:21-34 | Matthew 13:24-30.Read by Ekemini Uwan.Get in The Word with Truth's Table is a production of InterVarsity Press. For 75 years, IVP has published and created thoughtful Christian books for the university, church, and the world. Our Bible reading plan is adapted from Bible Study Together, and the Bible version is the New English Translation, used by permission.SPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of this podcast, use the code IVPWORD40 for 40% off and free shipping on any IVP resource mentioned in this episode at ivpress.com.Additional Credits:Song production: Seaux ChillSong lyrics written by: Seaux Chill, Ekemini Uwan, and Christina EdmondsonPodcast art: Kate LillardPhotography: Shelly EveBible consultant: JM SmithSound engineering: Podastery StudiosCreative producers: Ekemini Uwan and Christina EdmondsonAssistant producer: Christine Pelliccio MeloExecutive producer: Helen LeeTo reach the IVP podcast team, please use this form.Disclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.

Brian and David talk The Parables of the lost things in Luke 15, and how this teaching should prompt us to consider the love of God and respond in celebration and worship - even worship that is considered unreasonable.

God's patience is far greater than we often expect. In this parable, Jesus shows a God who tends, nurtures, and gives space for repentance and growth. Yet patience is not permission to remain unchanged. God's kindness invites a response that leads to real transformation and lasting fruit.⚫CONNECT WITH US:

Listen to this week's sermon, Parables In Practice preached by Rev. Benjamin Kandt from Luke 10:25-37.

In this episode, the disciples ask Jesus why he speaks in parables, and what we learn that we often encounter God in the wrestling.

Unpack the profound challenge of limitless forgiveness in Jesus's Parable of the Unmerciful Servant (Matthew 18:21-35).When Peter asks how many times he must forgive his brother, Jesus sets the bar: not seven times, but seventy-seven times—a hyperbolic instruction for no cap on forgiveness. This parable, the capstone of a teaching series on community dynamics, focuses on the vast contrast between the king's audacious cancellation of an unpayable debt (a "gajillion dollars") and the first servant's brutal insistence on collecting a small one (two to three months wages).This teaching exposes how difficult it is to resist exacting every claim we are owed. While the parable's severe ending can be jarring, we look at the limits of the metaphor: Jesus is not formulating a theology of eternal retribution, but painting a picture of the self-chosen prison of unforgiveness. Unforgiveness can become the "debt that keeps us locked up".Ultimately, the story reveals a king moved by splagxnizomai—a deep, guttural, overwhelming compassion. It reminds us that God, who acts an awful lot like Jesus, uses grace instead of punishment to change our hearts.This is the third message in our "Parables of Grace" series. Catch up on the previous messages on the Good Samaritan and the Lost Sheep! ★ Support this podcast ★

Three Sermons: Parables of Readiness - Lamar MorinThree | Gospel of MatthewSunday, March 8, 2026 at Hoffmantown Church, Albuquerque, New Mexico

This chapter full of parables comes to its close with four additional parables. The parables this week – the treasure in a field, pearl of great price, fish in the net, and owner of a house – all parallel parables that have come earlier in this chapter. Individually and collectively, they show us the reality of the cost of discipleship. That is, Jesus told His disciples clearly that it would cost them everything to follow Him and be part of the Kingdom of God. The question that we will wrestle with together is – what does Jesus ask of us, and is it worth it?------------------------------------------- Connect with us on Social Media ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Threads⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Vimeo⁠------------------------------------------- Download our App⁠Apple App Store⁠ | ⁠Google Play Store⁠

Series: 2026 - The Parables of Jesus: The Kingdom StoryService: Sunday WorshipType: Bible MessageSpeaker: Phillip W. Martin

Luke 10:25-37 25 An expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he said, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 26 He said to him, “What is written in the law? What do you read there?” 27 He answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind and your neighbor as yourself.” 28 And he said to him, “You have given the right answer; do this, and you will live.” 29 But wanting to vindicate himself, he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” 30 Jesus replied, “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho and fell into the hands of robbers, who stripped him, beat him, and took off, leaving him half dead. 31 Now by chance a priest was going down that road, and when he saw him he passed by on the other side. 32 So likewise a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. 33 But a Samaritan while traveling came upon him, and when he saw him he was moved with compassion. 34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, treating them with oil and wine. Then he put him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out two denarii, gave them to the innkeeper, and said,‘Take care of him, and when I come back I will repay you whatever more you spend.'36 Which of these three, do you think, was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of the robbers?” 37 He said, “The one who showed him mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.”

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Episode Notes Some folk see meaning in every detail of Jesus' parables. Others only the surface meaning. So what's the truth? Let's find out MORE, NOW! For all the Hank's Place video blogs, click:
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The Poem of the Man God is a retelling of the Gospel story of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the private revelations of Maria Valtorta. In this episode, we see Jesus and the Apostles at the estate of Joseph of Arimathea (where He speaks of charity). Original music by Angela Marie (Mohammed). Messiah. Savior. Passion of Christ. Religion. Wisdom. Miracles. Catholic Christian Theology. Apostles. Disciples. Believers. Followers. Early Church. Holy Communion. Healing. Suffering Sacrifice. New Testament. Bible. Parables.

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Ever wonder why God allows difficult people in your life? The Parable of the Tares reveals a shocking truth: the problem isn't with the sower or the seed. What if the tares around you have nothing to do with the truth within you? Discover the divine secret that changes everything about how you handle challenging relationships and circumstances.

Teach Us to Pray: Understanding Effective Prayer In the latest episode of our series "Teach Us to Pray," we delve into the teachings of Jesus found in Luke 11. This passage provides profound insights into the nature of prayer and the relationship between the believer and God. Here, we explore the key themes and lessons drawn from the parables Jesus used to teach his disciples about effective prayer. The Lord's Prayer: A Recap The session begins with a recap of the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing its simplicity and depth. Jesus reminds his disciples to approach God as a Father, seeking His will over their own, asking for forgiveness and the ability to forgive, and for guidance away from temptation. This foundational prayer is not just a formula but a reflection of a relationship with God. The Parables of Persistence and Provision The Parable of the Friend at Midnight In Luke 11:5-8, Jesus tells the story of a man who goes to his friend at midnight to ask for bread. Despite the initial reluctance due to the inconvenience, the friend eventually provides what is needed because of the man's persistence. This parable highlights the importance of persistence in prayer, but more importantly, it challenges the perception of God as a reluctant giver. The Parable of the Good Father Continuing in Luke 11:11-13, Jesus contrasts earthly fathers with the Heavenly Father. If human parents, despite their flaws, know how to give good gifts to their children, how much more will God give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him? This parable shifts the focus from the act of asking to the nature of the one being asked. Reframing Prayer: The Who Over the How The key takeaway from these parables is the reframing of prayer from a focus on method to a focus on the One to whom we pray. The disciples initially believed that the effectiveness of Jesus' prayers was due to a particular technique. However, Jesus taught them that it was His relationship with the Father that made His prayers effective. Community and Reputation The cultural context of these parables is crucial. In Jewish society, hospitality was a communal responsibility. The reputation of the entire community was at stake when a guest arrived. Similarly, God's reputation and the reputation of His kingdom are at stake in answering prayers. God answers prayers not because of our persistence alone but because of His nature and His commitment to His kingdom. The True Essence of Prayer Ultimately, the essence of prayer lies in recognizing who God is—a good Father who delights in answering prayers aligned with His will. This understanding encourages believers to pray without ceasing, building their relationship with God and aligning their lives with His purposes. Conclusion In conclusion, the teachings of Luke 11 remind us that effective prayer is less about the "how" and more about the "who." By focusing on God's character and His kingdom, believers can approach prayer with confidence and assurance that their prayers are heard and answered according to His will. As we continue to explore the theme of prayer, let this truth shape and inspire our prayer lives: God is a good Father who desires to bless His children and expand His kingdom through answered prayers.

Year of Parables – Episode 10: When Peter asks Jesus who the message behind a certain parable is for, Jesus replies with a second parable, and in this second parable, discover how to be a wise and trusted servant of God. Listen to this episode and/or subscribe on ReflectiveBibleStudy.com...

Heart of a Man is a men's community based our Carmel, IN. We exist to deeply connect men with a brotherhood equally committed to learning, growing, walking through life together and deepening in faith. Our mission is to build men into character-driven, committed disciples of Jesus, equipped to forge healthy, life-giving relationships at home, at work, and in their communities. Today's lesson is from Director of Operations, Kyle Moore, taking us through Matthew 13 where we look at Jesus' parables. Kyle challenges us to consider Jesus' message and how it affects the way in which we live for Him right now. Please visit us at www.heartofaman.org to learn more, to contact us, to purchase merchandise, donate to our ministry (we are a 501c3 and all donations are tax-deductible) or to join us in-person for one of our many Bible studies and classes!

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about birds that appear in parables. There is the parable of the Four Soils and the parable of the Mustard Seed. Are the birds just part of the story or do they have some deeper spiritual role such as The post Do the Birds in the Parables of Matthew 13 and Mark 4 Represent Satan? appeared first on Grace Evangelical Society.

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Featuring: Steve Macchia, Suz Skinner, Matt Scott "God's invitation is always the same: come close, draw near, follow Me." - Steve Macchia What does it mean to truly receive God's invitation? In this episode of The Discerning Leader Podcast, Steve Machia, Sue Skinner, and Matt Scott explore a powerful grouping of parables from the book Praying the Parables of Jesus—each echoing a single, compelling word: come. Through reflections on the wedding banquet (Matthew 22), the ten virgins, and the vineyard stories, the conversation turns toward the condition of our hearts. Why do we hesitate at the King's invitation? Why do we find distractions, excuses, divided loyalties? And what might it look like to live with oil in our lamps—alert, expectant, and ready? To sign up for the Lenten Prayer Experience, visit www.leadershiptransformations.org/lent2026 Join the conversation about spiritual discernment as a way of life at www.LeadershipTransformations.org and consider participation in our online and in-person program offerings. Additional LTI spiritual formation resources can be found at www.SpiritualFormationStore.com and www.ruleoflife.com and www.healthychurch.net.  

Jesus calls His followers to live with alertness and humble faithfulness. In a surprising twist, the master returns not to demand service but to serve. This parable reveals the heart of God and invites us into a steady life of obedience that is rooted in trust, not fear or urgency.⚫CONNECT WITH US:

Listen to this week's sermon, Parables In Practice preached by Rev. Benjamin Kandt from Luke 7:36-50.

After the Parable of the Sower and Jesus' explanation to His disciples, a natural question came up. If Jesus is sowing good seed and it is a matter of the soil of our hearts taking in God's Word and the proclamation of the Kingdom, then how do we make sense of all the “bad seed” sown around us? The world doesn't look like a lot of good. In fact, it can often be more of a challenge to see the good through the difficult, unjust, and wickedness of the world.Jesus answered with a series of three parables: The Parables of the Weeds, Mustard Seed, and Leaven. Each one shows us something unique about the Kingdom of God. Each one tells us something we have to know about how God works and how God is at work, both at the time of Christ, and in our lives and world here and now.------------------------------------------- Connect with us on Social Media ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Threads⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Vimeo⁠------------------------------------------- Download our App⁠Apple App Store⁠ | ⁠Google Play Store⁠

Parables Sermon Series | Matthew 22:1-14

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Pastor Jack goes behind the story of the Oscar-nominated short film, Forevergreen, with directors Nathan Engelhardt and Jeremy Spears. If you haven't yet seen the film, please watch it before hearing of the incredible details from these animators and the intentional thought process behind each captivating scene. WATCH FOREVERGREEN NOW: https://youtu.be/B4EPW7JUMTM?si=KaHC3Dqmg4gewZAK(00:00) Introducing Forever Green and Its Creators(08:30) The Gospel Bridge Illustration Becomes a Story(15:30) Visual Theology and Intentional Storytelling Choices(22:30) Audience Reactions and the Power of Parables(29:45) The Prodigal Son Parallel and Unmerited Grace(35:30) Story as Disarming Truth and Gospel Invitation(42:15) The Pinecone, Fire, and Redemption SymbolismCONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK:Get Updates via Text:  https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-podcast Website: https://jackhibbs.com/Instagram: http://bit.ly/2FCyXpOFacebook: https://bit.ly/2WZBWV0 YouTube: https://bit.ly/437xMHnTwitter/X: https://x.com/RealJackHibbs CALLED TO TAKE A BOLD STAND:https://boldstand.org/DAZE OF DECEPTION:https://jackhibbs.com/daze-of-deception/ Did you know we have a Real Life Network? Sign up for free today for more exclusive content:https://www.reallifenetwork.com/

THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER Part 3 (The Parables of Jesus Series)Send a textSupport the showThank you for listening to our podcast!If you have any questions, subjects you would like to hear discussed, or feedback of any kind, you can contact us at:greengac@yahoo.com or through the links below, where you can find additional information about our work as well as other materials: Green Gospel Assembly Church – The Church that is Different (church website)

Send a textAuthor and speaker Bill Cates (not to be confused with Bill Gates, he points out) discusses what exactly a parable is, why lessons in stories are important, and how it is easier to hide them in a narrative than you may think.▬Look at all of Bill's fascinating material on his website:https://referralcoach.com/Grab your copy of The Hidden Heist here:  https://referralcoach.com/the-hidden-heist/See more of what Bill is up to on his socials:https://www.facebook.com/ReferralCoachhttps://www.youtube.com/@BillCatesReferralCoach/videos

Send a textIn part 3 of "The Real Jesus," we look at some of the secret teachings of Jesus. In the beginning of His ministry, Jesus spoke openly and plainly to everyone – like His Sermon on the Mount – but, later in His ministry, Jesus began to speak in parables. Parables are meant to both reveal and conceal. They reveal truth to the people of God, and conceal that truth from those who aren't. What are some of the secrets of the Kingdom of God that Jesus reveals in His parables?!Thanks for tuning in! Be sure to check out everything Proverbs 9:10 on our website, www.proverbs910ministries.com! You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Rumble, YouTube, Twitter, Truth Social, and Gettr!

Jesus exposes the lie that life is found in more–more money, more stuff, more security, more control. This parable warns us how easily wealth can shrink our vision and isolate us from others. The Kingdom reframes our resources around generosity, gratitude, and readiness for God's purposes.⚫CONNECT WITH US: