I've been pouring over this lesson. It's full of life lessons... it is also a lesson that I find heart breaking. For me as I have read the account of the attempts to trap Jesus, my heart has broken over and over. Why could they not accept that He was the Messiah? Had I been alive during that time what would I have thought about Jesus? I am so grateful the Lord decided the time and place which I would live (Acts 17:26), and that I have the opportunity to know without a doubt that He is my Lord, He is my Saviour, He is my everything. Friends, be grateful. Know that God chose this time and place for you before the foundation of the Earth was laid. He loves you and treasures you...
As you study this week's lesson take time to study the parable. Do you remember how?
1. Ask Questions - who, what, when, where, why & how.
Look for answers within the text.
2. Look for the explanation of the parable. If it is not contained in the text ask:
- What is the application of the parable?
- What truth did it teach?
- What action should be taken?
3. Identify the relevant details.
Does it reinforce the point or theme of the parable? Remember that some details given may be irrelevant to the mail point or theme.
4. Remember context is King!
All parables should be interpreted in light of the culture and time they are told and not based on today's culture.
5. Ask application questions.
- What does this parable teach me?
6. What questions, if any, do you still have about the parable?
Using your study Bible:
What more can you learn about the Pharisee's, Herodians, and Sadducees?
What did each group believe?
Begin this week making a list of everything you learn about them... we will continue that list next week.
Make a list of what you learn about Jesus from this passage.
What is your key verse? Why? How does God want you to apply that verse to your life?
XO,
CJ
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