1. 1 - Introduction to the Parables

Matthew 13:44-46 Sunday, November 24, 2002 Introduction to the Parables Mark records in chapter 4:2, Jesus “taught them many things by parables.” He was a master teacher and storyteller. The parables comprise more than 1/3 of the...

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2. 2 - Removing My Heart Mask

Luke 15:11-32; Matt. 21:28-32 Sunday, December 1, 2002 Removing My Heart Mask Introduction: Read the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32).  One must understand this parable as a subpart of the larger Gospel narrative and Luke...

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3. 3 - The Difficulty of Accepting God’s Grace

Matthew 20:1-16 Sunday, December 8, 2002 The Difficulty of Accepting God’s Grace Introduction: What was your first paying job and how much did you make an hour?  Take a moment and reflect back over the jobs you have held through your...

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4. 4 - Forgiving From the Heart

Matthew 18:21-35 Sunday Morning, December 15, 2002 Forgiving from the Heart  INTRODUCTION: In this section of Matthew’s gospel, Jesus teaches about the character of professing believers in the Christian community. The emphasis is on new...

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5. 5 - What Do You Expect From Prayer?

Luke 11:5-13; Luke 18:1-8; Luke 18:9-14 Sunday Morning, December 22, 2002 What Do You Expect From Prayer?  INTRODUCTION: In this sequence of Luke’s gospel, Jesus’ teachings on prayer appropriately follows what He has taught about...

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