Stories Jesus Told “The Parables” November 12, 2023
November 11, 2023

Stories Jesus Told “The Parables” November 12, 2023

BIG IDEA: Studying the Parables of Jesus to have eyes that see and ears that hear the Word of God.


Parable of the Prodigal Son
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Greed
- A heart that is full of

produces more
- Greed leads to , , and behavior
- Your life does not in the abundance of your


Humility
- Sometimes we have to go through a

in order to appreciate the beauty of the
- Pride produces , humility produces
- When we are in a spiritual , only God can pull us


Joy
- There is joy in


- There is joy in
- Joy should be a cause for


Bitterness
- Bitterness = anger and disappointment in being treated


- If bitterness isn’t with, it will with you

WALK AWAY:
1. Are there any areas of greed in my life that I need to check?
2. What are some reminders/ practices that I can do daily to remain humble?
3. How can I remind myself of the joy that we have in Jesus today?
4. What are some safeguards that I can put in my life to avoid bitterness?