Epaggelia

Grammatically three gospels (Mt. Mk. & Lk.) give over a third of their content to the Parables of Jesus, so why do you think John & the rest of the N.T., contain no parables and only one allegory? See John 16:25 & Galatians 4:24-31.

Two parables in the Old Testament are truly parables, but why is one more popular than the other?

Isaiah 5:1-7

2nd Samuel 12:1-7

In what way does Luke 4:22-24 contain a parable, and yet, is not a parable?

When we try to interpret a Parable of Jesus, what is the first and most important thing to do?

Which parable do you believe is the most popular parable in the world today?

Why do you believe Jesus most often spoke in parables? See Matthew 13:10-17

Here is a list of some parables that appear in multiple gospels & are almost verbatim repeats. The Sower: Found in Matthew 13:3-23, Mark 4:3-20, and Luke 8:5-15. This parable is particularly significant because it’s one of the few Jesus explained himself, and the explanation is also included in all three synoptic Gospels.

The Mustard Seed: Appears in Matthew 13:31-32, Mark 4:30-32, and Luke 13:18-19. 

New Wine into Old Wineskins: Found in Matthew 9:16–17, Mark 2:21–22, and Luke 5:36–38.

The Lamp Under a Bushel: Shared in Matthew 5:14-16, Mark 4:21-22, and Luke 8:16-18.

The Budding Fig Tree: Located in Matthew 24:32-35, Mark 13:28-31, and Luke 21:29-33.

The Wicked Tenants: Appears in Matthew 21:33–41, Mark 12:1–9, and Luke 20:9–16.

The Faithful Servant: Recorded in Matthew 24:42–51, Mark 13:34–37, and Luke 12:35–48. 

The Talents, Told in Matthew 25:14-30 & Luke 18:11-27.

Here is a list of parables that are unique and not repeated by other gospel writers:

BY MATTHEW:     The Tares, 13:12-30 Sheep & Goats, 25:31-46

Hidden Treasure, 13:44

Precious Pearl, 13:45-46

Dragnet, 13:47-50

Householder, 13:51-53

Unmerciful Servant, 18:23-35

Workers in the Vineyard, 20:1-16

Two Sons, 21:28-32

Marriage of the King’s Son & The Wedding Garment, 22:1-14

10 Virgins, 25:1-13

BY MARK:       Seed Growing, 4:26-29 Porter on Watch, 13:34-37

BY LUKE: Two Debtors, 7:36-50 Dishonest Steward 16:1-9

Good Samaritan, 10:25-27 Master & Servants, 16:1-9

Friend at Midnight, 11:5-10 Persistent Widow, 18:1-8

Rich Fool, 12:16-21 Pharisee & Tax Collector, 18:9-14

Watchful Servants, 12:35-38

Barren Fig Tree, 13:6-9

Chief Seats, 14:7-11

Feast for the Poor, 14:12-14

Great Supper, 14:16-24

Tower, 14:28-30

King, 14:31-33

Lost Coin, 15:8-10

Prodigal Son, 15:11-32

The Beginning of David’s Reign (2nd Sam. 2:1-11 & 5:1-5)

In what city did David reign 7 ½ years?

Where was David when he received the news that both Saul & Jonathan were dead? See 2nd Sam. 1:1.

Who was Saul & Israel’s army fighting when Jonathan was killed?

Who took the body of Saul from public shame to be buried with dignity? 

When David moved to Judean territory to reign, who were his wives?

Who anointed David a second time?

Who anointed David a third time?

Who was Saul’s army commander that propped up the house of Saul?

What is the name of Saul’s son who reigned for 2 years in the northern part of Israel?

How old was David when he began his reign in Hebron?

About how many times in the gospels is Jesus anointed?

(Mt. 26:2, Mk. 14:1, Lk. 7:37-50, Jn. 12:1)

About how old was Jesus when he was crucified, buried, raised & ascended? See Luke 3:23.

In what sense could it be said that David was a good “politician”, and yet he is described as the “Shepherd King”?

Before Jesus wore the crown of thorns and was crucified as “King of the Jews”, he proclaimed he was what kind of a Shepherd? 

David, Bathsheba & Nathan (2nd Sam. 11:1-17 & 12:1-15)

Some theologians speculate that Nathan the prophet originated from one of the groups or schools of prophets which Samuel led when he was Judge over Israel, mentioned in 1st Sam. 10:5 & 19:20. Nathan served in the succession of Solomon to the throne of David. What did Nathan prophesy that would be elaborated on throughout the Bible? See 2nd Samuel 7:12-17.

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See 1st Chron. 17:13-14, Isa. 9:6-7, Psa. 89:3-4 & 132:10-12, Luke 1:32 & Acts 2:29-30

What was David doing while his army Commander Joab and his people were besieging Rabbah?

What action did David take to try and cover up his sin with Bathsheba?

Who delivered the verdict on David’s sin?

David confessed he stated he sinned against The Lord, But 4 people in this event were sinned against, who are they? 

1. _______________________  2. ____________  3. __________  4. __________

What was the biggest difference between David’s rule before knowing Bathsheba to his rule after his adultery? See 2nd Sam. 13:10-15

What was the result for David’s reign from his adultery with Bathsheba and murder of Uriah? See 2nd Sam. 16:21-22

What is needed in Church leadership, that we can learn from David’s sin during his reign?

Who is the only King mentioned in Hebrews chapter 11?

From 2nd Sam. 11:1, What do you believe Church Leadership could learn?

See 2nd Timothy 2:1-4

Solomon ~ 1st Kings 1:22-40

In order to understand the significance of the Kingship of David’s throne and dynasty, we need to see Christ’s understanding of the Kingdom in Matthew 21:9-15. See also Luke 1:32. How Jesus receives the title “Son of David” is very alarming!

What did David promise Bathsheba about the Kingship?

What claim did David’s son Adonijah have to succeed David as King?

What did Adonijah do in preparation for his ascending to the throne?

Where did David instruct Nathan to take Solomon to anoint him King?

Who anointed Solomon?

What was the symbolic importance of Solomon riding on David’s mule?

Why would the ascension of Adonijah to the throne have been a death sentence for Bathsheba & Solomon?

In Colossians 1:1-13, The “Kingdom of His dear Son” is what “Saints and faithful 

brethren” have been translated into from what? The power of __________________

In Colossians 1:1-13, how many times is Jesus referred to as “Christ”?

What is the Kingdom called in Ephesians 5:5 ?

Solomon’s Strength & Sin – 1st Kings 3:1-15 &11:1-13 & 11:42-43

What did Solomon’s first treaty with Egypt involve?

Solomon ________ the Lord but he sacrificed at the high places, 3:3

Where did the Lord first appear to Solomon?

What do you think was the best purpose in Solomon’s prayer?

What do you think was the most important request in Solomon’s prayer?

How did the Lord feel about Solomon’s prayer?

What was the underlying reason for Solomon marrying so many wives?

What was God’s reaction to Solomon turning his heart away from him and toward his wives?

What was Solomon’s physical achievement?

What was Solomon’s spiritual achievement?

What does God typically do with great physical achievements? See Luke 1:52-53 & Luke 16:15

Do the words of Jesus in Matthew 19:23 apply to Solomon?

What was the only reason Solomon’s son Rehoboam would have any kind of reign at all?

Since idolatry is essentially people making gods of their own choosing, what signs do we have today in Christ’s Kingdom/Church of this being true?