Ep. 44 | Story Time with Jesus: Understanding Parables

Welcome back to another episode of Untwisting Scripture! In this episode, Lisa and Jan kick off an exciting new series on the parables of Jesus. Join them as they explore the power of Jesus' storytelling and provide valuable insights on how to properly interpret these timeless teachings.Episode Highlights:**00:00** - Welcome back and introduction to a new series after several one-off episodes**11:35** - Why Jesus taught in parables: The power of storytelling versus lectures**14:01** - Discussion on how God reveals himself and the Holy Spirit's gentle nature**15:11** - Good and bad ways to read and interpret parables**23:37** - Preview of upcoming parables to be covered in the series**25:17** - The big picture goal: understanding God and what it means to be a follower of JesusWhat You'll Learn:- Why stories are more memorable than lectures or sermons- How parables require meditation and personal application- Practical tips for interpreting Jesus' parables correctly- A preview of upcoming episodes featuring parables like the Lost Sheep, Lost Coin, and Prodigal SonJoin Lisa and Jan as they dive into the beautiful storytelling of Jesus and discover how these ancient parables still speak powerfully to our lives today. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your Bible knowledge with their insightful and relatable teaching style!Make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any episodes in this enlightening series as we move from "rainy April into beautiful May and then summer." If you know someone who could benefit from more Bible knowledge (or just more Lisa and Jan!), please share the show with them!#UntwistingScripture #JesusParables #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #ParablesOfJesus #BibleTeaching