Matthew 13

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by: Lowell Harrup

03/03/2025

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The seven parables of Matthew 13 offer some of the most thought-provoking teaching in scripture. Using familiar settings, with the common theme of gathering the necessities of life, Jesus taught about heavenly realities. One cannot read the parables sincerely without encountering the inductive power of the metaphor.  The parables encourage and convict; they even surprise us concerning the nature of heaven. Whoever thought of heaven as a jewel in a jewelry store or a successful fishing trip? Some are for the “crowds,” some for the disciples (v36). All are for us who need to be constantly challenged regarding our patterns of life and our values. One who reads these parables with a heart after truth will discover heaven.

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The seven parables of Matthew 13 offer some of the most thought-provoking teaching in scripture. Using familiar settings, with the common theme of gathering the necessities of life, Jesus taught about heavenly realities. One cannot read the parables sincerely without encountering the inductive power of the metaphor.  The parables encourage and convict; they even surprise us concerning the nature of heaven. Whoever thought of heaven as a jewel in a jewelry store or a successful fishing trip? Some are for the “crowds,” some for the disciples (v36). All are for us who need to be constantly challenged regarding our patterns of life and our values. One who reads these parables with a heart after truth will discover heaven.

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