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Take a moment and ponder what it must have been like to be a disciple of Jesus Christ in the first century, and imagine that you are listening to the voice of Jesus as he taught. What would it have been like?
The parable is a comparison or similitude, a short simple, usually fictitious, story from which moral or spiritual truth is drawn. The parable as a teaching tool is effective in at least five ways:
Many Bible scholars seldom speak of Jesus' perfect mind. Jesus was a master at reasoning logically with the common people or the highly educated Jewish religious leaders. Yet, we also notice never that Jesus never abused his ability to reason with others. As Jesus taught others, he always used his sharp mental faculties to advance the truth.... Continue Reading →
In his three and a half year ministry, Jesus often used an effective teaching method, hyperbole. This is an intentionally exaggerated statement or claims not meant to be taken literally but rather to emphasize a point. Yes, we interpret the Bible literally but with figurative language and such passages like hyperbole have to be understood and... Continue Reading →
Jesus was exceptional in his use of questions. Many times Jesus would ask questions when it would have been less time-consuming if he had just given them an answer, making the point that he so desired. What then was the reason he so often used questions. At times, he used penetrating questions to uncover the motives... Continue Reading →
Jesus Taught In Their Synagogues Being Glorified By All Luke 4:22 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 22 And all were all speaking well of him, and marveled at the gracious words that were coming out of his mouth; and they said, “Is not this Joseph's son?” Officers Sent to Arrest Jesus John 7:32, 45-46 Updated American Standard... Continue Reading →
To get the flavor of Jesus’ teaching, read to yourself the first few verses of his Sermon on the Mount. Matthew 5:3-12 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) Nine Beatitudes 3 “Blessed[50] are the poor[51] in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of the heavens. 4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.[52] 5 “Blessed are the meek,[53] for they shall inherit... Continue Reading →
How can you improve your effectiveness as a Christian teacher? Essentially, it is by imitating JESUS CHRIST: The Great Teacher. You may wonder, ‘But how can we imitate Jesus?’ ‘He was the perfect, divine, Son of God.’ Admittedly, you cannot be a perfect teacher. Nevertheless, regardless of your abilities, you can do your best to imitate the way Jesus taught.
The definition of the word “reason” is to use the power of the mind to think, understand and form judgments by a process of logic: what is right, practical, or possible; common sense. If you are going to effectively share the Word of God with others, you must be able to understand the part of the Bible... Continue Reading →
Daniel 12:4 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 4 But as for you, O Daniel, conceal these words and seal up the book until the time of the end; many shall run to and fro,[1] and knowledge will increase.” [1] I.e. examine the book thoroughly 2 Timothy 3:1-7 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) Difficult Times In the... Continue Reading →