The Parables of Jesus

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1. What kind of stories did Jesus use in communicating the good news?

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2. Which of the following statements is NOT a characteristic of a parable?

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3. Why did Jesus speak to the people in parables?

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6. What lesson can be learned from the Parable of the Rich fool?

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7. Inspired by the lessons learned in the Parable of the 10 Virgins, what is Paul to do when he finds out that a long test is scheduled on his birthday?

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8. Patrick and Paul are brothers. They are equally loved by their parents but Patrick gets jealous of Paul when he gets whatever he wants. In light of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, what should Patrick do?

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9. Zandro wants to be like Jesus. What should he do?

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4. What parable reminds us to nourish and nurture our God-given gifts and skills?

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The Parables of Jesus - Exercise 1

1. What kind of stories did Jesus use in communicating the good news?

2. Which of the following statements is NOT a characteristic of a parable?

3. Why did Jesus speak to the people in parables?

6. What lesson can be learned from the Parable of the Rich fool?

7. Inspired by the lessons learned in the Parable of the 10 Virgins, what is Paul to do when he finds out that a long test is scheduled on his birthday?

8. Patrick and Paul are brothers. They are equally loved by their parents but Patrick gets jealous of Paul when he gets whatever he wants. In light of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, what should Patrick do?

9. Zandro wants to be like Jesus. What should he do?

4. What parable reminds us to nourish and nurture our God-given gifts and skills?

5. Which parable portrays God as someone who will find those who wander and are astray?

10. What should one do to understand better the teachings of Jesus?