Last modified: March 19, 2023
Brady• March 19, 2023•
Persecution is a very real issue for christians everywhere, but those who preach in tough areas have it especially rough. Since Paul had lived through just about every persecution you can think of, he advised Timothy to get ready to face the same issues.
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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: March 19, 2023