How We Read the Bible
What is the first step when studying the Bible?
👉 Understanding what the passage actually says
A parable is a __________ Jesus used to teach a __________ truth.
👉 Story → spiritual
Who did Jesus explain parables to more fully?
👉 His disciples
What is one way we can “listen” to God today?
👉 Read the Bible, pray, obey
Most parables teach about the __________ of God.
👉 Kingdom
Why shouldn’t we take verses out of context?
👉 We might misunderstand what God is saying
Parables often use examples from __________ life.
👉 Everyday
What kind of heart helps someone understand Jesus’ teaching?
👉 A humble, listening heart
What can distract us from hearing God’s truth?
👉 Pride, sin, busyness, distractions
Why are parables still important today?
👉 They help us understand God and ourselves
Which question comes first when reading Scripture?
👉 “What did this mean to the original readers?”
True or False: Parables always explain everything clearly.
👉 False
Why might some people hear a parable but not understand it?
👉 They aren’t really listening or willing to change
Why is it easier to hear Bible stories than to live them out?
👉 Obedience can be hard
What should we always ask after hearing a parable?
👉 “What does God want me to do?”
True or False: We should apply a verse before we understand it.
👉 False
What is usually the main lesson of a parable?
👉 One big spiritual truth
What do parables help reveal about a person?
👉 Their heart
What happens when we ignore what God teaches us?
👉 Our hearts can grow hard
How do parables help us grow as disciples?
👉 They challenge how we live
Why is it important to know who wrote a passage and why?
👉 It helps us understand God’s message correctly
Why didn’t Jesus just always give direct answers?
👉 To make people think and respond
What does Jesus want people to do after hearing His teaching?
👉 Respond and obey
What does it look like to truly listen to Jesus this week?
👉 Obeying Him in real life (answers vary)
Big idea of Week 1:
👉 Jesus teaches in parables so we will listen, understand, and follow Him