What are the parables of Jesus?

In this lesson, we will be learning about the parables of Jesus. Parables are stories that Jesus told. We will be looking at three parables (stories) and will also be learning a song! You will need a piece of paper and a pencil for this lesson.

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What are the parables of Jesus? - Quiz

Well done for your hard work this lesson. Take this quick quiz to celebrate your learning.

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Q1.In which part of the Bible are the four gospels found?

In the Old Testament In the New Testament

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Q2.What are those four gospels?

Matthew, Mark, Luke and John Matthew, Mark, Luke and Philip Matthew, Mark, Michael and Luke

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Q3.Which of these are parables of Jesus? (Select three)

Select three (3) boxes

The parable of the sun The parable of the sower The parable of the good samaritan The parable of the helpful person The parable of the wise and foolish builders The parable of love

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Q4.In the parable of the good Samaritan, what did the first and second person do when they saw the injured man?

They called for help They ran over to help the injured man They just stared at the man They looked away and crossed the road to the other side

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Q5.In the parable of the sower, what are the four places the seeds are planted?

The path, the wet soil, the weedy soil and the good soil The path, the rocky soil, the weedy soil and the good soil The path, the dry soil, the weedy soil and the good soil

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Q6.What is the main teaching in the parable of the sower?

Christians should build their lives on strong foundations by following the teachings and examples set by Jesus. Love and be kind to everyone around you. The message of God has been spread by Jesus but it is up to people to hear it and let it grow within them.

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Q7.What is the main teaching in the parable of the wise and foolish builders?

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Q8.What is the main teaching in the parable of the good Samaritan?

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