Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/jesus-parables-for-disciples The stories and analogies and parables Jesus told capsulize a vast treasury of Kingdom truths designed to disciple men and women and help them understand the Kingdom of God. © 2023, Ralph F. Wilson. All rights reserved. ea3ec916-9041-5681-9cf3-2465a4285dec yes en Wed, 20 May 2026 10:50:34 -0700 Wed, 20 May 2026 10:51:51 -0700 http://www.jesuswalk.com/parables/ https://img.transistorcdn.com/vohQi6UJ1pnxl7vjA15Ln3UnxU05vH2fjbXqkyc8VJA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jNzE1/NTA3MDJlYjE1NGFl/MTlhNmQ2ODgyMmE1/NmMwMy5qcGc.jpg http://www.jesuswalk.com/parables/ serial JesusWalk Bible Study Series The stories and analogies and parables Jesus told capsulize a vast treasury of Kingdom truths designed to disciple men and women and help them understand the Kingdom of God. The stories and analogies and parables Jesus told capsulize a vast treasury of Kingdom truths designed to disciple men and women and help them understand the Kingdom of God.. parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim Dr. Ralph F. Wilson pastor@joyfulheart.com No No 1 1 Preface to a Study of Parables full 2c28bbfe-c4ad-414d-860d-5754c3ef141a https://share.transistor.fm/s/533d58c4 One of Jesus' prime means of discipling was to use parables, analogies, and figures of speech of all kinds to capsulize Kingdom truths. Contained in these stories and analogies is a vast domain of teaching designed to change lives. The author's goal is to build disciples today using the building blocks of the parables, just as Jesus did. 

]]> One of Jesus' prime means of discipling was to use parables, analogies, and figures of speech of all kinds to capsulize Kingdom truths. Contained in these stories and analogies is a vast domain of teaching designed to change lives. The author's goal is to build disciples today using the building blocks of the parables, just as Jesus did. 

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:37:24 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 264 One of Jesus' prime means of discipling was to use parables, analogies, and figures of speech of all kinds to capsulize Kingdom truths. Contained in these stories and analogies is a vast domain of teaching designed to change lives. The author's goal is to build disciples today using the building blocks of the parables, just as Jesus did. 

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 2 2 Introduction to Parables full 77f34e50-7f64-47c1-8ad5-01d6c5c290f6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bd69a32b Explores the basics of parables: definition of a parable and some categories of parables. We examine parables found in John's Gospel and the nature of the Kingdom of God. Then review Jesus' purposes in teaching by parables: (1) to clarify truth to the spiritually hungry, and  (2) to hide truth from the spiritually dull. We examine the long, sad history of allegorizing Jesus' parables, the outline some rules of interpretation to aid us.

]]> Explores the basics of parables: definition of a parable and some categories of parables. We examine parables found in John's Gospel and the nature of the Kingdom of God. Then review Jesus' purposes in teaching by parables: (1) to clarify truth to the spiritually hungry, and  (2) to hide truth from the spiritually dull. We examine the long, sad history of allegorizing Jesus' parables, the outline some rules of interpretation to aid us.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:41:59 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 1175 Explores the basics of parables: definition of a parable and some categories of parables. We examine parables found in John's Gospel and the nature of the Kingdom of God. Then review Jesus' purposes in teaching by parables: (1) to clarify truth to the spiritually hungry, and  (2) to hide truth from the spiritually dull. We examine the long, sad history of allegorizing Jesus' parables, the outline some rules of interpretation to aid us.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 3 3 1. Parables about God's Love full d929ff4f-0144-497d-a092-b1634f123166 https://share.transistor.fm/s/75c00a84 Jesus told parables that reflect God's love to us. The "searching" parables are the Parables of the Lost Sheep, the Lost Coin, and the Lost Son or Prodigal Son. Forgiveness and mercy are found in the Parables of the Two Debtors and the Unmerciful Servant.

]]> Jesus told parables that reflect God's love to us. The "searching" parables are the Parables of the Lost Sheep, the Lost Coin, and the Lost Son or Prodigal Son. Forgiveness and mercy are found in the Parables of the Two Debtors and the Unmerciful Servant.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:44:08 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 2834 Jesus told parables that reflect God's love to us. The "searching" parables are the Parables of the Lost Sheep, the Lost Coin, and the Lost Son or Prodigal Son. Forgiveness and mercy are found in the Parables of the Two Debtors and the Unmerciful Servant.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 4 4 2. Parables about Israel's Unbelief full 9ada50db-bb4b-446c-b934-e99892cd8660 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cc14fc5a What's wrong with Israel that they don't welcome their Messiah? Jesus explains with Parables of the Barren Fig Tree, Hen and Chickens, the Wedding Banquet, the Great Banquet, and the Wicked Tenants.

]]> What's wrong with Israel that they don't welcome their Messiah? Jesus explains with Parables of the Barren Fig Tree, Hen and Chickens, the Wedding Banquet, the Great Banquet, and the Wicked Tenants.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:46:01 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 3021 What's wrong with Israel that they don't welcome their Messiah? Jesus explains with Parables of the Barren Fig Tree, Hen and Chickens, the Wedding Banquet, the Great Banquet, and the Wicked Tenants.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 5 5 3. Parables about Repentance full 26931432-7742-4adf-b848-09962831301c https://share.transistor.fm/s/3bb36733 Repentance is vital to salvation and was a major theme of both John the Baptist and Jesus. Jesus tells the Parables of Cleansing the Cup, Whitewashed Tombs, the Defiling Heart of Man, the Guilty Defendant, the Wise and Foolish Builders, the Wide and Narrow Gates, the Two Sons, the Speck and the Beam, and the Good Eye.

]]> Repentance is vital to salvation and was a major theme of both John the Baptist and Jesus. Jesus tells the Parables of Cleansing the Cup, Whitewashed Tombs, the Defiling Heart of Man, the Guilty Defendant, the Wise and Foolish Builders, the Wide and Narrow Gates, the Two Sons, the Speck and the Beam, and the Good Eye.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:48:37 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 2832 Repentance is vital to salvation and was a major theme of both John the Baptist and Jesus. Jesus tells the Parables of Cleansing the Cup, Whitewashed Tombs, the Defiling Heart of Man, the Guilty Defendant, the Wise and Foolish Builders, the Wide and Narrow Gates, the Two Sons, the Speck and the Beam, and the Good Eye.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 6 6 4. Parables about Final Judgment full f6ff34bb-3640-4a7d-88d7-79a89196bccf https://share.transistor.fm/s/1f759b81 Several of Jesus' parables emphasize God's judgment on the great Day of the Lord. We explore the Parables of the Rich Man and Lazarus, the Sheep and the Goats, the Weeds or Tares, the Net, and the Laborers in the Vineyard.

]]> Several of Jesus' parables emphasize God's judgment on the great Day of the Lord. We explore the Parables of the Rich Man and Lazarus, the Sheep and the Goats, the Weeds or Tares, the Net, and the Laborers in the Vineyard.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:50:18 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 2879 Several of Jesus' parables emphasize God's judgment on the great Day of the Lord. We explore the Parables of the Rich Man and Lazarus, the Sheep and the Goats, the Weeds or Tares, the Net, and the Laborers in the Vineyard.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 7 7 5. Parables about Readiness for Christ's Return full e16a551d-d91b-4b84-974e-f009c09080f4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/093429af We explore Jesus' parables about readiness for Jesus' return -- the Parables of the Weather Signs, the Budding Fig Tree, the Lightning, the Vultures, the Watching Servants, the Burglar, the Wise and Foolish Virgins, and the Wise and Faithful Steward.

]]> We explore Jesus' parables about readiness for Jesus' return -- the Parables of the Weather Signs, the Budding Fig Tree, the Lightning, the Vultures, the Watching Servants, the Burglar, the Wise and Foolish Virgins, and the Wise and Faithful Steward.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:52:05 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 2938 We explore Jesus' parables about readiness for Jesus' return -- the Parables of the Weather Signs, the Budding Fig Tree, the Lightning, the Vultures, the Watching Servants, the Burglar, the Wise and Foolish Virgins, and the Wise and Faithful Steward.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 8 8 6. Parables about Salvation full b4a5a311-2a71-4872-a15b-a3653f9d4ea2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/29e2c51c Jesus teaches his disciples about salvation with a variety of parables: the Parables of Spiritual Birth, the Wind of the Spirit, Lifting the Bronze Serpent, the Bread of Life, Water for Eternal Life, Streams of Living Water, the Bread and the Wine, Baptism, the Kernel of Wheat, Rooms in the Father's House, the Woman in Childbirth, and the Plundering of the Strongman's House.

]]> Jesus teaches his disciples about salvation with a variety of parables: the Parables of Spiritual Birth, the Wind of the Spirit, Lifting the Bronze Serpent, the Bread of Life, Water for Eternal Life, Streams of Living Water, the Bread and the Wine, Baptism, the Kernel of Wheat, Rooms in the Father's House, the Woman in Childbirth, and the Plundering of the Strongman's House.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:54:45 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 2966 Jesus teaches his disciples about salvation with a variety of parables: the Parables of Spiritual Birth, the Wind of the Spirit, Lifting the Bronze Serpent, the Bread of Life, Water for Eternal Life, Streams of Living Water, the Bread and the Wine, Baptism, the Kernel of Wheat, Rooms in the Father's House, the Woman in Childbirth, and the Plundering of the Strongman's House.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 9 9 7. Parables about the Nature of Christ's Kingdom full 91e7634a-311b-4190-a5dc-2cfefb6751c8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2121f8e9 We consider Jesus' parables to help his disciples understand the nature of his Kingdom: Parables of the Mustard Seed, Yeast or Leaven, Seed Growing by Itself, the Bridegroom's Guests, the Unshrunk Cloth, the Wineskins, and the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Gate.

]]> We consider Jesus' parables to help his disciples understand the nature of his Kingdom: Parables of the Mustard Seed, Yeast or Leaven, Seed Growing by Itself, the Bridegroom's Guests, the Unshrunk Cloth, the Wineskins, and the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Gate.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:56:39 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 2843 We consider Jesus' parables to help his disciples understand the nature of his Kingdom: Parables of the Mustard Seed, Yeast or Leaven, Seed Growing by Itself, the Bridegroom's Guests, the Unshrunk Cloth, the Wineskins, and the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Gate.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 10 10 8. Parables about Responding to the Kingdom full eb9291b1-30ef-42b4-9714-c5c4eecd1250 https://share.transistor.fm/s/513be5ff Receptivity to Jesus and discipleship are the subjects of several parables -- Parables of the Sower, of Pearls before Swine, the Narrow Door, Foxholes and Nests, the Dead Burying the Dead, Looking Back from the Plow, the Tower-Builder, the Warring King, Taking Up One's Cross, the Hidden Treasure, and the Pearl of Great Price.

]]> Receptivity to Jesus and discipleship are the subjects of several parables -- Parables of the Sower, of Pearls before Swine, the Narrow Door, Foxholes and Nests, the Dead Burying the Dead, Looking Back from the Plow, the Tower-Builder, the Warring King, Taking Up One's Cross, the Hidden Treasure, and the Pearl of Great Price.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:58:45 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 3882 Receptivity to Jesus and discipleship are the subjects of several parables -- Parables of the Sower, of Pearls before Swine, the Narrow Door, Foxholes and Nests, the Dead Burying the Dead, Looking Back from the Plow, the Tower-Builder, the Warring King, Taking Up One's Cross, the Hidden Treasure, and the Pearl of Great Price.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 11 11 9. Parables about Disciple Character full 669d693b-d277-4b91-b9e5-28345655c22c https://share.transistor.fm/s/65ef6085 Jesus uses parables in discussing character of his disciples. These include the Parables of the Pharisee and Tax Collector, Becoming Like Little Children, Welcoming Little Children, Places at the Table, Yeast of the Pharisees, the Vine and the Branches, Eating Jesus' Flesh, and the Yoke.

]]> Jesus uses parables in discussing character of his disciples. These include the Parables of the Pharisee and Tax Collector, Becoming Like Little Children, Welcoming Little Children, Places at the Table, Yeast of the Pharisees, the Vine and the Branches, Eating Jesus' Flesh, and the Yoke.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:00:37 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 3421 Jesus uses parables in discussing character of his disciples. These include the Parables of the Pharisee and Tax Collector, Becoming Like Little Children, Welcoming Little Children, Places at the Table, Yeast of the Pharisees, the Vine and the Branches, Eating Jesus' Flesh, and the Yoke.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 12 12 10. Parables about Disciple Values full 5a552a52-4fac-45d0-a64d-fc28f7631919 https://share.transistor.fm/s/23b458a6 Jesus also teaches values and practices with his parables. These are his Parables of the Wolf in Sheep's Clothing, the Tree and Fruit, the Treasure Chest of the Heart, the Unjust Steward, the Rich Fool, the Two Masters, the Birds and the Lilies, Asking a Father for Bread, the Friend at Midnight, the Unjust Judge, and the Faith of a Mustard Seed.

]]> Jesus also teaches values and practices with his parables. These are his Parables of the Wolf in Sheep's Clothing, the Tree and Fruit, the Treasure Chest of the Heart, the Unjust Steward, the Rich Fool, the Two Masters, the Birds and the Lilies, Asking a Father for Bread, the Friend at Midnight, the Unjust Judge, and the Faith of a Mustard Seed.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:02:53 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 3855 Jesus also teaches values and practices with his parables. These are his Parables of the Wolf in Sheep's Clothing, the Tree and Fruit, the Treasure Chest of the Heart, the Unjust Steward, the Rich Fool, the Two Masters, the Birds and the Lilies, Asking a Father for Bread, the Friend at Midnight, the Unjust Judge, and the Faith of a Mustard Seed.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 13 13 11. Parables about Disciple Practices full 6a1f8625-7e46-463c-81b0-9d8952401412 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3aecd8b Disciple practices are taught by the Parables of Washing the Disciples' Feet, the Dutiful Servant, the Talents, the Minas or Pounds, and the Good Samaritan.

]]> Disciple practices are taught by the Parables of Washing the Disciples' Feet, the Dutiful Servant, the Talents, the Minas or Pounds, and the Good Samaritan.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:04:21 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 3449 Disciple practices are taught by the Parables of Washing the Disciples' Feet, the Dutiful Servant, the Talents, the Minas or Pounds, and the Good Samaritan.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 14 14 12. Parables about Caring for the Lost full a1dac392-a421-46fd-9574-675fe12c732b https://share.transistor.fm/s/849b37df A number of Jesus' parables deal with his heart for lost people, seeking to instill that love in his disciples. These include the Parables of the Doctor and the Sick, the Lost Sheep, the Harvest and the Laborers, Fields White for Harvest, the Sowers and Reapers, Sheep and Wolves, Serpents and Doves, Fishers of Men, Savorless Salt, the City on a Hill, the Lamp under a Bushel, and the Scribes of the Kingdom.

]]> A number of Jesus' parables deal with his heart for lost people, seeking to instill that love in his disciples. These include the Parables of the Doctor and the Sick, the Lost Sheep, the Harvest and the Laborers, Fields White for Harvest, the Sowers and Reapers, Sheep and Wolves, Serpents and Doves, Fishers of Men, Savorless Salt, the City on a Hill, the Lamp under a Bushel, and the Scribes of the Kingdom.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:06:59 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 2735 A number of Jesus' parables deal with his heart for lost people, seeking to instill that love in his disciples. These include the Parables of the Doctor and the Sick, the Lost Sheep, the Harvest and the Laborers, Fields White for Harvest, the Sowers and Reapers, Sheep and Wolves, Serpents and Doves, Fishers of Men, Savorless Salt, the City on a Hill, the Lamp under a Bushel, and the Scribes of the Kingdom.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 15 15 Bonus: A Vocabulary for Parables and Analogies bonus 8b2adcf0-00eb-4652-a50d-c1c02c338e20 https://share.transistor.fm/s/41633e28 Explores the Greek and Hebrew words for parables, allegories, sayings, riddles, etc. Defines various synonyms for sayings, comparisons, and stories, 

]]> Explores the Greek and Hebrew words for parables, allegories, sayings, riddles, etc. Defines various synonyms for sayings, comparisons, and stories, 

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:09:07 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 359 Explores the Greek and Hebrew words for parables, allegories, sayings, riddles, etc. Defines various synonyms for sayings, comparisons, and stories, 

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 16 16 Bonus: Miscellaneous Parables, Analogies, and Sayings bonus 71c1bd37-78b3-4bf8-aac0-4bdcc17d0677 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d805612b About 14 parables, analogies, and sayings don't fit easily into my main topics for parables, but are mentioned briefly here: Walking in Light and Darkness, Light of the World, Physician Heal Yourself, the Temple of Jesus' Body, the Sign of Jonah, the Bridegroom's Friend, Children in the Marketplace, Rescuing from a Well, the Blind Leading the Blind, the Brood of Vipers, the Den of Robbers, Peter the Rock, and the Keys of the Kingdom.

]]> About 14 parables, analogies, and sayings don't fit easily into my main topics for parables, but are mentioned briefly here: Walking in Light and Darkness, Light of the World, Physician Heal Yourself, the Temple of Jesus' Body, the Sign of Jonah, the Bridegroom's Friend, Children in the Marketplace, Rescuing from a Well, the Blind Leading the Blind, the Brood of Vipers, the Den of Robbers, Peter the Rock, and the Keys of the Kingdom.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:13:06 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 1673 About 14 parables, analogies, and sayings don't fit easily into my main topics for parables, but are mentioned briefly here: Walking in Light and Darkness, Light of the World, Physician Heal Yourself, the Temple of Jesus' Body, the Sign of Jonah, the Bridegroom's Friend, Children in the Marketplace, Rescuing from a Well, the Blind Leading the Blind, the Brood of Vipers, the Den of Robbers, Peter the Rock, and the Keys of the Kingdom.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 17 17 Bonus: The Great Messianic Banquet bonus 6a0bc3fb-065b-4c6a-84e3-d32097a8b189 https://share.transistor.fm/s/04120063 Several of Jesus' parables about the Last Days and the Second Coming of Christ related to the Jewish expectation of the blessedness of the afterlife in Abraham's Bosom and feasting in the Kingdom of God. The Last Supper relates to this theme, as do the Parables of the Narrow Door, the Wedding Feast, the Great Banquet, and the Watching Servants.

]]> Several of Jesus' parables about the Last Days and the Second Coming of Christ related to the Jewish expectation of the blessedness of the afterlife in Abraham's Bosom and feasting in the Kingdom of God. The Last Supper relates to this theme, as do the Parables of the Narrow Door, the Wedding Feast, the Great Banquet, and the Watching Servants.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:16:08 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 487 Several of Jesus' parables about the Last Days and the Second Coming of Christ related to the Jewish expectation of the blessedness of the afterlife in Abraham's Bosom and feasting in the Kingdom of God. The Last Supper relates to this theme, as do the Parables of the Narrow Door, the Wedding Feast, the Great Banquet, and the Watching Servants.

]]> parable, story, allegory, analogy, similitude, maxim No 18 18 Bonus: Slavery in Jesus' Day full 04a736c5-136e-406d-8a73-00c3da36a5f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fe307c83 Several of Jesus' parables picture "servants" in first century Palestine. Our English Bibles usually translate Greek doulos as "servant," though the word actually describes a slave in most cases. Describes the nature of slavery in first century Galilee and Judea. 

]]> Several of Jesus' parables picture "servants" in first century Palestine. Our English Bibles usually translate Greek doulos as "servant," though the word actually describes a slave in most cases. Describes the nature of slavery in first century Galilee and Judea. 

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:17:52 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 337 Several of Jesus' parables picture "servants" in first century Palestine. Our English Bibles usually translate Greek doulos as "servant," though the word actually describes a slave in most cases. Describes the nature of slavery in first century Galilee and Judea. 

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