40 Parables of Jesus
Jesus often taught through stories — simple images carrying eternal truth.
The parables reveal the nature of God’s kingdom, the condition of the human heart, and the invitation to live in faith, humility, and love.
This devotional series walks through forty of Christ’s parables, offering reflection, prayer, and application for daily life.
How to Use This Series
- Read one parable per day (or move at your own pace).
- Sit with the Scripture first—slowly and prayerfully.
- Read the reflection, then respond with the questions.
- End with prayer and carry one truth into your day.
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Parable of the Weeds (Tares)
Parable of the Weeds exploring patience, coexistence of good and evil, and trusting God’s timing. Scripture “Let both grow together until the harvest.”— Matthew 13:30…
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The Parable of the Mustard Seed
The Parable of the Mustard Seed exploring how small beginnings grow into lasting spiritual transformation and kingdom impact. Scripture “The kingdom of heaven is like…
Table of Contents
The Sower (Matt 13:3–9; Mark 4:3–9; Luke 8:5–8)
The Weeds / Tares (Matt 13:24–30)
The Mustard Seed (Matt 13:31–32; Mark 4:30–32; Luke 13:18–19)
The Leaven (Matt 13:33; Luke 13:20–21)
The Hidden Treasure (Matt 13:44)
The Pearl of Great Price (Matt 13:45–46)
The Net (Matt 13:47–50)
The Householder (Matt 13:52)
The Lost Sheep (Matt 18:12–14; Luke 15:3–7)
The Unforgiving Servant (Matt 18:23–35)
The Workers in the Vineyard (Matt 20:1–16)
The Two Sons (Matt 21:28–32)
The Wicked Tenants (Matt 21:33–46; Mark 12:1–12; Luke 20:9–19)
The Wedding Banquet (Matt 22:1–14)
The Ten Virgins (Matt 25:1–13)
The Talents (Matt 25:14–30)
The Growing Seed (Mark 4:26–29)
The Strong Man’s House (Mark 3:27; Matt 12:29; Luke 11:21–22)
The New Cloth & Wineskins (Matt 9:16–17; Mark 2:21–22; Luke 5:36–39)
The Lamp Under a Bushel (Matt 5:14–16; Mark 4:21–22; Luke 8:16–17)
The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25–37)
The Friend at Midnight (Luke 11:5–13)
The Rich Fool (Luke 12:16–21)
The Watchful Servants (Luke 12:35–40)
The Faithful & Wise Steward (Luke 12:42–48)
The Barren Fig Tree (Luke 13:6–9)
The Lowest Seat at the Feast (Luke 14:7–11)
The Great Banquet (Luke 14:16–24)
The Tower Builder & Warring King (Luke 14:28–33)
The Lost Coin (Luke 15:8–10)
The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32)
The Shrewd Manager (Luke 16:1–9)
The Rich Man & Lazarus (Luke 16:19–31)
The Persistent Widow (Luke 18:1–8)
The Pharisee & Tax Collector (Luke 18:9–14)
The Minas (Luke 19:11–27)
The Two Debtors (Luke 7:41–43)
The Good Shepherd (John 10:1–18)
The Vine & Branches (John 15:1–8)
The Wise & Foolish Builders (Matt 7:24–27; Luke 6:47–49)