Last modified: October 18, 2021
Brady• October 18, 2021•
Ephesians 5 provides a perfect metaphor for marriage when Paul compares it to Christ and the church. Sacrifice is a key element of that, but what does it mean when Paul tells husbands to love their wives “as Christ loved the church”?
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CloseNearly a third of Jesus' teachings consisted of stories, or parables. These seemingly innocent tales were not just given for entertainment though -- they were designed to penetrate the heart in a way a series of commands couldn't. They forced the listener to meditate on the teachings and make the change from the inside out. As such, they were exceedingly effective. Can we use parables today? Of course! Maybe not in the same way as Jesus, but using illustrations can still be effective if handled properly.
Last modified: October 18, 2021