| Parable | Short Description | Scripture Reference(s) |
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| The Two Debtors | A moneylender forgives unequal debts; teaches gratitude for forgiveness. | Luke 7:41-43 |
| The Sower | Different soils represent hearts that hear and respond to God’s Word. | Matthew 13:3-9, 18-23; Mark 4:3-9; Luke 8:5-15 |
| The Weeds (Tares) | Wheat and weeds grow together until judgment separates them. | Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 |
| The Mustard Seed | God’s kingdom starts small but grows large. | Matthew 13:31-32; Mark 4:30-32; Luke 13:18-19 |
| The Leaven | God’s kingdom quietly permeates the world. | Matthew 13:33; Luke 13:20-21 |
| The Hidden Treasure | A man sells all to gain a hidden treasure—symbol of finding the kingdom. | Matthew 13:44 |
| The Pearl of Great Price | A merchant sells everything for one priceless pearl. | Matthew 13:45-46 |
| The Net (Dragnet) | All kinds gathered, then separated at the end—final judgment. | Matthew 13:47-50 |
| The Householder | A wise scribe brings out treasures new and old—truth revealed progressively. | Matthew 13:52 |
| The Lost Sheep | God pursues the one who strays until He brings it home. | Matthew 18:12-14; Luke 15:3-7 |
| The Unforgiving Servant | A forgiven servant refuses to forgive another; warns of hypocrisy. | Matthew 18:23-35 |
| The Laborers in the Vineyard | Equal reward given to all workers—grace, not merit. | Matthew 20:1-16 |
| The Two Sons | One says no but obeys; the other says yes but doesn’t—obedience over words. | Matthew 21:28-32 |
| The Wicked Tenants | Tenants kill the owner’s son; symbol of Israel rejecting Christ. | Matthew 21:33-46; Mark 12:1-12; Luke 20:9-19 |
| The Wedding Banquet | Guests refuse invitation; others invited—God’s call to all people. | Matthew 22:1-14; Luke 14:15-24 |
| The Ten Virgins | Wise and foolish bridesmaids show the need for readiness. | Matthew 25:1-13 |
| The Talents | Servants entrusted with resources; faithfulness rewarded. | Matthew 25:14-30 |
| The Sheep and the Goats | Final separation of true and false disciples based on love in action. | Matthew 25:31-46 |
| The Growing Seed | The kingdom grows mysteriously—God gives the increase. | Mark 4:26-29 |
| The Watchful Servants | Be ready for the master’s return at any hour. | Mark 13:33-37; Luke 12:35-40 |
| The Lamp under a Basket | Light must shine openly—truth isn’t meant to be hidden. | Matthew 5:14-16; Mark 4:21-25; Luke 8:16-18 |
| The Good Samaritan | A despised Samaritan shows mercy; true neighborly love. | Luke 10:25-37 |
| The Friend at Midnight | Persistent prayer moves God’s heart. | Luke 11:5-8 |
| The Rich Fool | A man hoards wealth but dies suddenly; warns against greed. | Luke 12:13-21 |
| The Faithful and Wise Manager | Stewardship and accountability when Christ returns. | Luke 12:42-48 |
| The Barren Fig Tree | A fruitless tree spared for a time; call to repentance. | Luke 13:6-9 |
| The Lowest Seat at the Feast | Humility brings honor; pride brings shame. | Luke 14:7-11 |
| The Tower Builder | Count the cost of discipleship before following Christ. | Luke 14:28-30 |
| The Warring King | Consider what you’re giving up to follow Christ. | Luke 14:31-33 |
| The Lost Coin | God rejoices when even one sinner repents. | Luke 15:8-10 |
| The Prodigal Son | A wayward son returns; the Father’s love restores. | Luke 15:11-32 |
| The Unjust Steward | A dishonest manager praised for shrewdness; use wealth wisely. | Luke 16:1-13 |
| The Rich Man and Lazarus | Earthly status reversed in eternity; warning about repentance. | Luke 16:19-31 |
| The Persistent Widow | Persevering prayer receives justice from God. | Luke 18:1-8 |
| The Pharisee and the Tax Collector | True righteousness comes from humility, not pride. | Luke 18:9-14 |
| The Ten Minas | Faithful stewardship rewarded; neglect judged. | Luke 19:11-27 |
| The Two Builders | Wise builder obeys Christ’s words; foolish one collapses. | Matthew 7:24-27; Luke 6:46-49 |
| The New Cloth and Wineskins | Old forms can’t contain new life of the Spirit. | Matthew 9:16-17; Mark 2:21-22; Luke 5:36-39 |
| The Unjust Judge | God will bring justice for His elect who cry out. | Luke 18:1-8 |
| The Great Banquet | God’s invitation extended to the outcasts. | Luke 14:15-24 |
| The Fig Tree (Signs of the Times) | Recognize spiritual seasons as you do natural ones. | Matthew 24:32-35; Mark 13:28-31; Luke 21:29-33 |
| The Good Shepherd | Jesus cares for and lays down His life for His sheep. | John 10:1-18 |