The Parables of Jesus - Ligonier Resources

Introduction

R.C. Sproul

He was the greatest teacher who ever walked the face of the earth. People would gather from far and wide to hear Him teach and listen to His parables. But what is a parable and why did Jesus use them? In the first part of this series, R.C. Sproul answers these questions and prepares us for his tour through eleven of Jesus' famous stories.

The Parable of the Unjust Judge

R.C. Sproul

What can we learn about God and prayer from the story of an unjust judge? In the second part of this series, R.C. Sproul explores the role of persistence in prayer and Jesus' encouragement for us not to faint in times of trouble.

Parable of the Rich Fool

R.C. Sproul

No one likes to be called a fool. But in this hard-hitting parable, God calls a certain rich man just that. In the third part of this series, R.C. Sproul explains why this wealthy and prosperous farmer was foolish and the important lesson it teaches all of us today.

Parable of Lazarus & the Rich Man

R.C. Sproul

What happens after you die? What would you tell your loved ones if you could communicate from beyond the grave? In the fourth part of this series, R.C. Sproul retells The Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man and makes clear one of the most sober warnings given by Jesus.

Parable of the Hidden Treasure & Parable of the Pearl of Great Price

R.C. Sproul

If your house was burning down, what items would you try and save? Answering this question teaches us a lot about what we value. In the fifth part of this series, R.C. Sproul shares two short parables in which Jesus challenges us about what we truly value.

Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard

R.C. Sproul

What can a story about a vineyard owner teach us about God? In the sixth part of this series, R.C. Sproul explores a parable that deals with justice, grace, merit, and the sovereignty of God.

Parable of the Pharisee & the Publican

R.C. Sproul

The church is a mixed group of people. It includes true Christians as well as those who do not have the faith they profess. In the seventh part of this series, R.C. Sproul helps us see the clear contrast between those who exalt themselves and those who humble themselves.

Parable of the Unforgiving Servant

R.C. Sproul

If we don't forgive others, how can we expect God to forgive us? In the eighth part of this series, R.C. Sproul reminds us from the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant that Christians should be known as a forgiving people.

Parable of the Good Samaritan

R.C. Sproul

The Parable of the Good Samaritan is one of Jesus' best known parables. In the ninth part of this series, R.C. Sproul explains why this story was so controversial and how it instructs us today.

Parable of the Prodigal Son

R.C. Sproul

Loved by all who hear it, The Parable of the Prodigal Son is a story about estrangement and reconciliation. In the tenth part of this series, R.C. Sproul shares why this story paints a picture of the gospel and should be heard again and again.

Parable of the Wise & Foolish Virgins

R.C. Sproul

Ten virgins were invited to a wedding, but only five were allowed to enter. In the eleventh part of this series, R.C. Sproul teaches on what he considers to be the scariest of all of Jesus' parables.

Parable of the Talents

R.C. Sproul

What would you do if you were given money to invest on behalf of another? In the final part of this series, R.C. Sproul explains Jesus' call for stewardship and diligence.