Stories Jesus Told
Rachel Dorsey
May 15, 2022

Setting the Stage:
Humanity is made for

.

Jesus told

distinct parables.

There are

parables unique to Luke alone.

A key theme for Luke’s gospel was stated by Jesus’ mother in her song (Luke 1:46-55):
God “has lifted up the

.”


Two questions to ask yourself when reading Jesus’ parables:
1. ?

2.

?


We get a Cheat Sheet!
Luke gives us the . (Luke 18:9)
Jesus gives us the . (Luke 18:14)


This parable is about:
1.
2.
3.


This parable shows God:
1. being .
2. values .
3. provides .

A Time for Reflection:
Which character do you identify with?

What stories shape your life?

Who whispers God’s story to you when you need it most?


A Call to Action:
Be .
Stay .
Remember are powerful.