Posts with the tag “parable”

The beauty of this parable is that it offers hope. No matter how long the lamp has been hidden, it can always be placed back on the stand. God is ready to replenish your oil, reignite the flame, and use you to bring His light into the world.  Read More

Jesus didn’t invent the idea of teaching through stories. His use of parables was rooted in the Jewish tradition of Midrash, where rabbis used allegory and storytelling to explain scripture and invite reflection. Many of his parables have their roots in ancient Midrashes.  Read More