Sermons on Parable Of The Pearl:

Parable Of The Arrogant/Humble Servant

Contributed by James Snyder on Sep 2, 2013

If we exalt ourselves, we hinder God’s work and His ability of using us for His work and glory.

Every time a missionary came to our church when I was a young person, that was where God was calling me. We had many missionaries come to our church at that time which created a lot of confusion for me. I wanted to serve God but I did not have any confidence as to where God wanted me to serve. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Parable Of The Wicked Vine-Dressers.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 20, 2022

When it seems to us that God is far off, it is not for us to shirk our duties.

THE PARABLE OF THE WICKED VINE-DRESSERS. Mark 12:1-12. The vineyard is a well-known motif for Israel (cf. Isaiah 5:7). We saw it in the parable of the labourers in the vineyard (cf. Matthew 20:1-16), and in the example of the two sons whose father asked them to go and work in his vineyard ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Topic: The Parable Of The Wedding Feast

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Jun 6, 2022

Why Jesus uses parable? Mat 13:11 He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.

Topic: The parable of the Wedding feast Text: Mat 22:1 And Jesus answered and spake unto them again by parables, and said, Mat 22:2 The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son, Mat 22:3 And sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Topic: The Parable Of The Wedding Feast

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Jun 24, 2022

Why Jesus uses parable? Mat 13:11 He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.

Topic: The parable of the Wedding feast Text: Matthew 22:1-14 Mat 22:1 And Jesus answered and spake unto them again by parables, and said, Mat 22:2 The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son, Mat 22:3 And sent forth his servants to call them that were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Parable: The Laborers Of The Eleventh Hour Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 20, 2017

Jesus said “many that are first shall be last, and the last shall be first.” He meant to teach just one thing: That some who think they’re first in the world are going to find themselves last in heaven.

Perea Parable: The Laborers of the Eleventh hour Matthew 20:1-16 1 For the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which went out early in the morning to hire laborers into his vineyard. The parable of the laborers is found only in Matthew. It is connected to the preceding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Parable-The Ten Pounds Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 17, 2018

As Jesus was traveling to Jerusalem from Jericho to celebrate the Passover with His disciples and others, He told a parable to the crowd to show that the kingdom they had been telling others about would not be established immediately as they had thought.

November 19, 2006 Jericho (40) Parable-The Ten Pounds Luke 19:11-27 11 And as they heard these things, he added and spake a parable, because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

Parables Of The Mustard Seed And Leaven Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 26, 2017

The mustard seed was often planted by farmers in Palestine. Matthew and Mark point to the seed’s small size and contrast this with the size of the full-grown tree (a mustard seed can produce a tree 30 feet tall).

Probably Perea Lesson: Parables of the Mustard Seed and Leaven Luke 13:18-21 When ever Jesus wanted to explain what something was like, to people who didn’t know anything about it, He used parables in which He would compare it to something they did know about. So Christ undertakes here to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of Two Lost Sons Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. No teaching sheet.

"The Parable of Two Lost Sons" Luke 15:11-32 Pastor John Bright Luke 15 11 Jesus continued: “There was a man who had two sons.” Pause right there. Those words I just read; they were “Breathed by God”! God wants you to hear His Word right now! So, what is your response? Do you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Methodist

The Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 31, 2020

Are we ready?

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins: An Exposition of Matthew 25:1-13 Jesus is known for the many parables which He spoke. A parable reveals a truth in a way which is alive and vivid. It takes a story from everyday life and uses it to illustrate a greater truth. Those who were given the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Parables Of Judgment (Matthew 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 5, 2024

In light of the Olivet Prophecy, what did Jesus have to say about the judgment? Let's look in Matthew 25.

In light of the Olivet prophecy, the three parables of virgins, talents, and sheep and goats are very relevant. Let’s examine these important lessons in Matthew 25. Bridesmaids Were the ten virgins bridesmaids? Then the kingdom of heaven will be comparable to ten virgins, who took their lamps ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of Martyrs Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2026

A Description of Heaven's Parade

A. A DESCRIPTION OF HEAVEN’S PARADE: REVELATION 7:1-17 1. What: A great multitude approaches (parade) God. “These are they which came” (7:14). 2. Question: One of the elders saw a great multitude in heaven and asks, “What are these who are arrayed in white robes?” (7: 13). 3. How are they ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Parables Of Money (Luke 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 23, 2025

Do we use money for selfish pursuits or to relieve the suffering? Let's look at Luke 16.

Do we handle money wisely? Is greed a misuse of wealth? Do we use money to relieve suffering? Let’s examine Luke 16. What did a manager do during the final days before his job was terminated? And he said also unto his disciples, There was a certain rich man, which had a steward; and the same was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Three Parables, One Message

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 26, 2025

This message is an examination of Luke 15, which contains three parables that communicate the same message.

Please turn with me to Luke 15. We're going to look at this chapter tonight, and I know it's a very familiar chapter, but I want to take a look at it and bring some things out that I pray will bless you and see this chapter in a different light. Most of the time when Luke 15 is taught, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Vineyard And Wicked Tenants Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 2, 2024

The Parable fo the Vineyard and Wicked Tenants

In our study of the parables, we now come to the last of three parables taught by Jesus in Matthew chapter 21. Now as I always say, Jesus taught using parables to illustrate a spiritual truth regarding the Kingdom of Heaven. Parables are not meant to be taken literally, mom, but are necessary for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Brethren

Three Parables One Message Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach foundational truth that are designed to challenge, encourage and, most importantly, flame the fire of hunger in the Christian who wants to learn more about who they have become in Christ Jesus.

Three Parables, One Message (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 4:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational