Twin Parables

A Study of Matt.13:44-46

Twin Parables• Define Parable: A placing of one thing by

the side of another, juxtaposition, as of ships in battle. To Throw along beside. A narrative, fictitious but agreeable to the laws and usages of human life, by which either the duties of men or the things of God, particularly the nature and history of God’s kingdom are figuratively portrayed. An earthly story with a heavenly meaning.

Twin Parables• Some Stumble Upon The Truth, vs.44

• Classic Example - The Samaritan Woman in Jn.4:4ff.

• Some Are Seeking the Truth, vs.45

• Acts 17:11

• Luke 2:25-38

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• Jesus & The Gospel - A Treasure• Col.2:3

• Eph.1:7, 2:7

• 2 Cor.8:9

• How Would We Set A Value What Jesus Provides? Clean Conscience, Peace, Hope, A Mansion, etc.

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• Joy and Gladness of Heart vs.44• Not Look For A Better Deal

• Not a Drudge – 1 John 5:3

• Matt.11:28-30

• John 4:28-29

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• Sell All That You Have• Not Some, Part, Good Bit Of, Most

• Matt.22:36-40

• 2 Tim.1:12

• Luke 9:23

• Matt.6:33

Do You See The Value of Jesus?

1. Hear the Gospel of Christ, Rom.10:17

2. Believe in Jesus Christ, Mark 16:16

3. Repent and Turn to God, Luke 24:47

4. Confess Jesus Before Men, Matt.10:32

5. Be Immersed, Mark 16:16 -----------------------------

Grow And Be Faithful, Matt.28:20

If Err As a Christian: Repent and Pray God, Acts 8:22