Seeds & Growth
Some seeds are eaten by birds, some wither in the sun, some get choked by thorns, and some grow strong.
The Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:3–9, 18–23)
What did the man find hidden in a field that made him sell everything he had?
Hidden Treasure
Who helped the hurt man when others passed by?
The Good Samaritan
What were the foolish virgins missing when the groom arrived?
Oil for their lamps
In the Parable of the Lost Sheep, how many sheep did the shepherd leave behind?
99
What tiny seed grows into a big tree to show how God’s Kingdom starts small?
The Mustard Seed
In the Parable of the Pearl, what did the merchant sell everything to buy?
A valuable pearl
What did the unforgiving servant do wrong?
He refused to forgive someone after being forgiven himself.
In the Parable of the Wedding Feast, who ended up being invited to the banquet?
Anyone from the streets — everyone is welcome in God’s Kingdom.
What did the woman lose and then find in the Parable of the Lost Coin?
One silver coin
In the Wheat and the Weeds, why didn’t the farmer pull up the weeds right away?
He wanted to wait until harvest to separate good from bad.
In the Parable of the Talents, what happened to the servant who buried his money?
The master punished him for being lazy.
What did the father do when his son returned home after wasting all his money?
He ran to him and threw a party to celebrate.
What does the Barren Fig Tree teach us?
God gives second chances, but expects us to bear fruit.
What lesson do these “lost” parables all share?
God rejoices when someone repents and returns to Him.
In the Parable of the Leaven (Yeast), what does the yeast represent?
God’s Word quietly spreading and changing hearts.
What lesson does the Rich Fool teach us?
Don’t store up earthly riches; be rich toward God.
In the Parable of the Two Debtors, who loved the master more — the one forgiven little or much?
The one forgiven much.
In the Parable of the Wicked Tenants, who did the farmers kill?
The landowner’s son (symbolizing Jesus).
In the Rich Man and Lazarus, what was the rich man’s mistake?
He ignored the poor man and didn’t live with compassion.
In the Parable of the Growing Seed (Mark 4), who makes the seed grow?
God — growth happens in His time, not ours.
In the Parable of the Unjust Steward, what did the manager do when he lost his job?
He made friends by wisely reducing people’s debts.
What is the main lesson of the Good Samaritan?
Love your neighbor, no matter who they are.
What does the Dragnet (Fishing Net) represent? Matthew 13:47-50
Judgment Day, separating good and evil.
Who was happy when the lost son came home?
The father, representing God’s love for us.