Wise and Foolish Builders
What were the two foundations mentioned in the parable?
Rock and sand
How many types of soil are in this parable?
Four
How many virgins were wise?
Five
Who invited the guests to the wedding?
The king
What is a parable?
A story with a spiritual or moral lesson
Who is like a wise man in this parable?
One who hears and obeys Jesus’ words.
What does the seed represent?
The Word of God
Why were the foolish virgins not allowed into the wedding?
They ran out of oil and were not ready
Why did the first guests not come?
They ignored the invitation and went about their business
What parable talks about a son who runs away and returns?
The Prodigal Son
What happened to the house built on sand?
It fell.
What kind of soil produces fruit?
Good soil
What does the oil represent in this parable?
Spiritual preparedness (faith, good works, Holy Spirit)
Who was invited after the original guests refused?
Anyone the servants could find—good and bad
In the parable of the Talents, what did the foolish servant do with his talent?
He buried it
What represents the storms in the story?
Life’s challenges and trials
What chokes the seed in thorny soil?
Worries of life and love for riches
What did the wise virgins do differently?
They brought extra oil and were ready when the bridegroom came
What happened to the man without wedding clothes?
He was thrown out
Jesus said the Kingdom of Heaven is like a what hidden in a field?
A treasure
What lesson does this parable teach us about obedience?
Obedience to Jesus gives us a strong foundation.
What does the rocky soil represent?
People who receive the Word quickly but fall away when trouble comes
What lesson can we learn from this parable?
Always be ready for Christ’s return
What does the wedding garment symbolize?
Righteousness and being prepared spiritually
What small thing did Jesus say the Kingdom of Heaven is like that grows into a big tree?
A mustard seed