Kingdom Truths: Introduction

Speaker: Rev. Ho-Ming Tsui

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-58

Why does Jesus speak in parables? (v. 10-15)

Understanding Parables:

1. Look for the one central truth in each parable

2. Look for one theme across different parables

3. Remember the cultural context

The First Four Parables:

• The seed and soil (v. 3-9; with explanation v. 18-23)

• The wheat & weeds (v. 24- 30 w/ explanation 36-43)

• The mustard seed (v. 31-32)

• The yeast and the loaf (v. 33)

The Second Four Parables:

• The hidden treasure (v. 44)

• The pearl of great price (v. 45-46)

• The fishnet (v. 47-50)

• The householder (v. 52)

What is the Central Theme? Bearing fruit for the Kingdom is a long and often painful process… but the King is with you and fighting for you!