Stories
Bible stories, parables, and verses for how you feel, explained in plain words. Pick one to see what’s inside before you open it.
Reading paths
A few stories in order, one step at a time. Pick one.
Reading path · 4 stories · About 42 minWho Is Jesus?Four stories that each show a different side of Jesus.The Birth of Jesus → Jesus Calms the Storm → Zacchaeus → The Empty TombReading path · 4 stories · About 56 minWhen Life Feels HeavyFour stories for days when everything feels like too much.The Beatitudes → Jesus Calms the Storm → Moses and the Exodus → Jonah
The Big Story
The whole Bible is one big story in 4 parts. Open a part to see its stories, in the order they happened.
See the whole story on the Bible timeline
The Promise
God makes a good world, then promises to bless every nation through one family.
Being written
A People Rescued
God sets his people free, gives them his law, and gives them a king.
Exile and Hope
The kingdom splits and falls. The prophets promise a new king.
The King Arrives
Jesus dies and rises. The Holy Spirit comes, and the good news spreads.
- StoryNewThe Birth of JesusThe first ChristmasAbout 10 min
- TeachingNewThe BeatitudesJesus's "Blessed are..." sayingsAbout 11 min
- StoryNewJesus Calms the StormWaves, a sleeping Jesus, and a questionAbout 11 min
- TeachingNewThe Good SamaritanWho is my neighbor?About 9 min
- StoryNewZacchaeusThe man in the treeAbout 8 min
- StoryNewThe Empty TombThe cross, and Easter morningAbout 13 min
- StoryNewPentecostThe Holy Spirit comesAbout 15 min
Being written
Parables of Jesus
See all 36- ParableThe Prodigal SonLost and foundAbout 4 min
- ParableThe Lost SheepLost and foundAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Lost CoinLost and foundAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Unforgiving ServantForgiveness and mercyAbout 3 min
- ParableThe Two DebtorsForgiveness and mercyAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Pharisee and the Tax CollectorForgiveness and mercyAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Rich Man and LazarusThe neighborAbout 3 min
- ParableThe Sheep and the GoatsBeing readyAbout 3 min
- ParableThe SowerWhat the kingdom is likeAbout 3 min
- ParableThe Mustard SeedWhat the kingdom is likeAbout 2 min
- ParableThe YeastWhat the kingdom is likeAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Hidden TreasureWhat the kingdom is likeAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Pearl of Great PriceWhat the kingdom is likeAbout 2 min
- ParableThe DragnetWhat the kingdom is likeAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Growing SeedWhat the kingdom is likeAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Weeds Among the WheatWhat the kingdom is likeAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Persistent WidowPrayer and persistenceAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Friend at MidnightPrayer and persistenceAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Rich FoolMoney and possessionsAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Shrewd ManagerMoney and possessionsAbout 3 min
- ParableThe Ten VirginsBeing readyAbout 2 min
- ParableThe TalentsBeing readyAbout 3 min
- ParableThe Ten MinasBeing readyAbout 3 min
- ParableThe Watchful ServantsBeing readyAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Faithful and Wise ServantBeing readyAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Workers in the VineyardGrace that offendsAbout 3 min
- ParableThe Great BanquetGrace that offendsAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Wedding FeastGrace that offendsAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Two SonsGrace that offendsAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Wicked TenantsGrace that offendsAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Wise and Foolish BuildersCounting the costAbout 2 min
- ParableCounting the CostCounting the costAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Barren Fig TreeCounting the costAbout 2 min
- ParableNew Wine in Old WineskinsCounting the costAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Unworthy ServantsCounting the costAbout 2 min
- ParableThe Lamp Under a BowlCounting the costAbout 2 min
Verses for how you feel
See all 14- VersesWhen you're afraidFor fear, big or small. God is with you.About 3 min
- VersesWhen you're grievingFor loss, and the God who weeps with you.About 3 min
- VersesWhen you're worn outFor when you're tired and need strength to keep going.About 3 min
- VersesWhen you've messed upFor shame, regret, and starting over.About 3 min
- VersesWhen someone hurt youFor hurt that is hard to let go.About 3 min
- VersesWhen you need wisdomFor decisions and how to live.About 3 min
- VersesWhen you feel aloneYou are less alone than it feels.About 3 min
- VersesWhen your mind won't slow downFor thoughts that go around and around.About 3 min
- VersesWhen you have doubtsHonest questions have a long history here.About 3 min
- VersesWhen you're angryAnger is real. What you do next matters.About 3 min
- VersesSomething to celebrateA win, a milestone, a good day.About 3 min
- VersesA new babyA birth, a blessing, a child arriving.About 3 min
- VersesGiving thanksWhen someone showed up for you.About 3 min
- VersesThinking of youA verse for no reason at all.About 3 min
- Teaching · Matthew 4:23 to 5:12NewThe BeatitudesJesus's "Blessed are..." sayingsA crowd of sick and hurting people. Jesus tells them where God's favor rests.Teaching · Matthew 4:23 to 5:12New
The Beatitudes
Jesus's "Blessed are..." sayings
A crowd of sick and hurting people. Jesus tells them where God's favor rests.
Open the story (11 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · 1 Samuel 17NewDavid and GoliathA shepherd boy faces a giantA shepherd nobody expected. A giant everyone feared.Content note: This story includes a battle. David kills Goliath and cuts off his head.Story · 1 Samuel 17New
David and Goliath
A shepherd boy faces a giant
A shepherd nobody expected. A giant everyone feared.
Content note: This story includes a battle. David kills Goliath and cuts off his head.
Open the story (17 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · Jonah 1 to 4NewJonahThe prophet who ran awayA prophet who ran. A city God refused to give up on.Content note: This story includes a violent storm, and Jonah saying he wants to die.Story · Jonah 1 to 4New
Jonah
The prophet who ran away
A prophet who ran. A city God refused to give up on.
Content note: This story includes a violent storm, and Jonah saying he wants to die.
Open the story (15 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Teaching · Luke 10:25-37NewThe Good SamaritanWho is my neighbor?You've heard "be kind." That's not the main point.Content note: In this story, robbers beat a man and leave him hurt by the road.Teaching · Luke 10:25-37New
The Good Samaritan
Who is my neighbor?
You've heard "be kind." That's not the main point.
Content note: In this story, robbers beat a man and leave him hurt by the road.
Open the story (9 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · Luke 19:1-10NewZacchaeusThe man in the treeA tax collector climbed a tree. Everything changed.Story · Luke 19:1-10New
Zacchaeus
The man in the tree
A tax collector climbed a tree. Everything changed.
Open the story (8 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · Luke 2:1-21NewThe Birth of JesusThe first ChristmasA king born in a feeding box. The news goes first to shepherds.Story · Luke 2:1-21New
The Birth of Jesus
The first Christmas
A king born in a feeding box. The news goes first to shepherds.
Open the story (10 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · Genesis 1 to 3NewCreation and the FallHow it all began, and what went wrongGod makes a good world. People stop trusting him. God comes looking.Content note: This story mentions being naked, pain in childbirth, and death.Story · Genesis 1 to 3New
Creation and the Fall
How it all began, and what went wrong
God makes a good world. People stop trusting him. God comes looking.
Content note: This story mentions being naked, pain in childbirth, and death.
Open the story (17 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · Exodus 3 to 14NewMoses and the ExodusGod sets his people freeA man with excuses. A king who won't listen. A sea that opens.Content note: This story includes slavery, plagues, the death of Egypt's firstborn sons, and an army drowning. It is told plainly, without graphic detail.Story · Exodus 3 to 14New
Moses and the Exodus
God sets his people free
A man with excuses. A king who won't listen. A sea that opens.
Content note: This story includes slavery, plagues, the death of Egypt's firstborn sons, and an army drowning. It is told plainly, without graphic detail.
Open the story (19 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · Mark 4:35-41NewJesus Calms the StormWaves, a sleeping Jesus, and a questionThe boat is sinking. Jesus is asleep.Story · Mark 4:35-41New
Jesus Calms the Storm
Waves, a sleeping Jesus, and a question
The boat is sinking. Jesus is asleep.
Open the story (11 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · Luke 23:26 to 24:12NewThe Empty TombThe cross, and Easter morningFriday ends in darkness. Sunday morning, the stone is rolled away.Content note: This story tells how Jesus was put to death on a cross. It is told plainly, without graphic detail.Story · Luke 23:26 to 24:12New
The Empty Tomb
The cross, and Easter morning
Friday ends in darkness. Sunday morning, the stone is rolled away.
Content note: This story tells how Jesus was put to death on a cross. It is told plainly, without graphic detail.
Open the story (13 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Story · Acts 2NewPentecostThe Holy Spirit comesWind, fire, and a crowd that hears in its own language.Story · Acts 2New
Pentecost
The Holy Spirit comes
Wind, fire, and a crowd that hears in its own language.
Open the story (15 min)What’s inside
- 1. Story: what happened, in short scenes, with each verse beside it.
- 2. Meaning: hard words and key lines, explained.
- 3. For you: tap an answer and see what it means for your life. No typing, no grades.
- 4. Memorize: one line to learn by heart.
- Verses · 5 passagesWhen you're afraidVerses for how you feelFor fear, big or small. God is with you.Verses · 5 passages
When you're afraid
Verses for how you feel
For fear, big or small. God is with you.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesWhen you're grievingVerses for how you feelFor loss, and the God who weeps with you.Verses · 5 passages
When you're grieving
Verses for how you feel
For loss, and the God who weeps with you.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesWhen you're worn outVerses for how you feelFor when you're tired and need strength to keep going.Verses · 5 passages
When you're worn out
Verses for how you feel
For when you're tired and need strength to keep going.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesWhen you've messed upVerses for how you feelFor shame, regret, and starting over.Verses · 5 passages
When you've messed up
Verses for how you feel
For shame, regret, and starting over.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesWhen someone hurt youVerses for how you feelFor hurt that is hard to let go.Verses · 5 passages
When someone hurt you
Verses for how you feel
For hurt that is hard to let go.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesWhen you need wisdomVerses for how you feelFor decisions and how to live.Verses · 5 passages
When you need wisdom
Verses for how you feel
For decisions and how to live.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesWhen you feel aloneVerses for how you feelYou are less alone than it feels.Verses · 5 passages
When you feel alone
Verses for how you feel
You are less alone than it feels.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesWhen your mind won't slow downVerses for how you feelFor thoughts that go around and around.Verses · 5 passages
When your mind won't slow down
Verses for how you feel
For thoughts that go around and around.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 4 passagesWhen you have doubtsVerses for how you feelHonest questions have a long history here.Verses · 4 passages
When you have doubts
Verses for how you feel
Honest questions have a long history here.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 4 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 4 passagesWhen you're angryVerses for how you feelAnger is real. What you do next matters.Verses · 4 passages
When you're angry
Verses for how you feel
Anger is real. What you do next matters.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 4 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesSomething to celebrateVerses for how you feelA win, a milestone, a good day.Verses · 5 passages
Something to celebrate
Verses for how you feel
A win, a milestone, a good day.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesA new babyVerses for how you feelA birth, a blessing, a child arriving.Verses · 5 passages
A new baby
Verses for how you feel
A birth, a blessing, a child arriving.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesGiving thanksVerses for how you feelWhen someone showed up for you.Verses · 5 passages
Giving thanks
Verses for how you feel
When someone showed up for you.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Verses · 5 passagesThinking of youVerses for how you feelA verse for no reason at all.Verses · 5 passages
Thinking of you
Verses for how you feel
A verse for no reason at all.
Open the versesWhat’s inside
- 5 short passages, each with one line about why it helps.
- Send one to a friend with one tap.
- Parable · Luke 15:11-32The Prodigal SonLost and foundA son spends it all and comes home. His father runs to meet him.Parable · Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son
Lost and found
A son spends it all and comes home. His father runs to meet him.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 15:3-7The Lost SheepLost and foundA shepherd leaves ninety-nine sheep to find one lost sheep.Parable · Luke 15:3-7
The Lost Sheep
Lost and found
A shepherd leaves ninety-nine sheep to find one lost sheep.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 15:8-10The Lost CoinLost and foundA woman sweeps the whole house until she finds one lost coin.Parable · Luke 15:8-10
The Lost Coin
Lost and found
A woman sweeps the whole house until she finds one lost coin.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 18:21-35The Unforgiving ServantForgiveness and mercyForgiven a huge debt, he jails a man who owes him a little.Parable · Matthew 18:21-35
The Unforgiving Servant
Forgiveness and mercy
Forgiven a huge debt, he jails a man who owes him a little.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 7:41-43The Two DebtorsForgiveness and mercyTwo people are forgiven their debts. Who will love more?Parable · Luke 7:41-43
The Two Debtors
Forgiveness and mercy
Two people are forgiven their debts. Who will love more?
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 18:9-14The Pharisee and the Tax CollectorForgiveness and mercyTwo men pray. One lists his virtues. One asks for mercy.Parable · Luke 18:9-14
The Pharisee and the Tax Collector
Forgiveness and mercy
Two men pray. One lists his virtues. One asks for mercy.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 16:19-31The Rich Man and LazarusThe neighborA rich man feasts while a beggar starves at his gate.Parable · Luke 16:19-31
The Rich Man and Lazarus
The neighbor
A rich man feasts while a beggar starves at his gate.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 25:31-46The Sheep and the GoatsBeing readyNations are sorted by what they did for the hungry and sick.Parable · Matthew 25:31-46
The Sheep and the Goats
Being ready
Nations are sorted by what they did for the hungry and sick.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Mark 4:1-20The SowerWhat the kingdom is likeSeed falls on four kinds of ground. Only one yields a crop.Parable · Mark 4:1-20
The Sower
What the kingdom is like
Seed falls on four kinds of ground. Only one yields a crop.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Mark 4:30-32The Mustard SeedWhat the kingdom is likeThe smallest seed grows big enough for birds to nest in.Parable · Mark 4:30-32
The Mustard Seed
What the kingdom is like
The smallest seed grows big enough for birds to nest in.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 13:20-21The YeastWhat the kingdom is likeA little yeast works its way through a whole batch of flour.Parable · Luke 13:20-21
The Yeast
What the kingdom is like
A little yeast works its way through a whole batch of flour.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 13:44-44The Hidden TreasureWhat the kingdom is likeA man finds treasure in a field and sells everything to buy it.Parable · Matthew 13:44-44
The Hidden Treasure
What the kingdom is like
A man finds treasure in a field and sells everything to buy it.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 13:45-46The Pearl of Great PriceWhat the kingdom is likeA merchant sells everything he owns to buy one perfect pearl.Parable · Matthew 13:45-46
The Pearl of Great Price
What the kingdom is like
A merchant sells everything he owns to buy one perfect pearl.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 13:47-50The DragnetWhat the kingdom is likeA net catches every kind of fish. The sorting comes at the end.Parable · Matthew 13:47-50
The Dragnet
What the kingdom is like
A net catches every kind of fish. The sorting comes at the end.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Mark 4:26-29The Growing SeedWhat the kingdom is likeA farmer sleeps and wakes while the seed grows on its own.Parable · Mark 4:26-29
The Growing Seed
What the kingdom is like
A farmer sleeps and wakes while the seed grows on its own.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 13:24-30The Weeds Among the WheatWhat the kingdom is likeAn enemy sows weeds in the wheat. Both grow until harvest.Parable · Matthew 13:24-30
The Weeds Among the Wheat
What the kingdom is like
An enemy sows weeds in the wheat. Both grow until harvest.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 18:1-8The Persistent WidowPrayer and persistenceA widow keeps asking an unjust judge until he gives in.Parable · Luke 18:1-8
The Persistent Widow
Prayer and persistence
A widow keeps asking an unjust judge until he gives in.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 11:5-8The Friend at MidnightPrayer and persistenceA man knocks at midnight for bread and will not go away.Parable · Luke 11:5-8
The Friend at Midnight
Prayer and persistence
A man knocks at midnight for bread and will not go away.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 12:16-21The Rich FoolMoney and possessionsA man builds bigger barns for his crop, and dies that night.Parable · Luke 12:16-21
The Rich Fool
Money and possessions
A man builds bigger barns for his crop, and dies that night.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 16:1-13The Shrewd ManagerMoney and possessionsA manager about to be fired cuts debts to make friends.Parable · Luke 16:1-13
The Shrewd Manager
Money and possessions
A manager about to be fired cuts debts to make friends.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 25:1-13The Ten VirginsBeing readyTen wait for a bridegroom. Only five brought extra oil.Parable · Matthew 25:1-13
The Ten Virgins
Being ready
Ten wait for a bridegroom. Only five brought extra oil.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 25:14-30The TalentsBeing readyThree servants get money to manage. One buries his.Parable · Matthew 25:14-30
The Talents
Being ready
Three servants get money to manage. One buries his.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 19:11-27The Ten MinasBeing readyA man about to be made king leaves money with ten servants.Parable · Luke 19:11-27
The Ten Minas
Being ready
A man about to be made king leaves money with ten servants.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 12:35-40The Watchful ServantsBeing readyServants keep their lamps lit, waiting for their master.Parable · Luke 12:35-40
The Watchful Servants
Being ready
Servants keep their lamps lit, waiting for their master.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 24:45-51The Faithful and Wise ServantBeing readyA servant is left in charge. Will he feed the house or abuse it?Parable · Matthew 24:45-51
The Faithful and Wise Servant
Being ready
A servant is left in charge. Will he feed the house or abuse it?
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Matthew 20:1-16The Workers in the VineyardGrace that offendsEarly workers and last-hour workers get the same pay.Parable · Matthew 20:1-16
The Workers in the Vineyard
Grace that offends
Early workers and last-hour workers get the same pay.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
- The parable in the Bible's own words.
- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 14:15-24The Great BanquetGrace that offendsThe invited guests make excuses, so the host invites strangers.Parable · Luke 14:15-24
The Great Banquet
Grace that offends
The invited guests make excuses, so the host invites strangers.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
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- Parable · Matthew 22:1-14The Wedding FeastGrace that offendsA king’s wedding guests refuse, so he invites everyone.Parable · Matthew 22:1-14
The Wedding Feast
Grace that offends
A king’s wedding guests refuse, so he invites everyone.
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- Parable · Matthew 21:28-32The Two SonsGrace that offendsOne son says no, then works. The other says yes, and doesn’t.Parable · Matthew 21:28-32
The Two Sons
Grace that offends
One son says no, then works. The other says yes, and doesn’t.
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- Parable · Mark 12:1-12The Wicked TenantsGrace that offendsTenants beat the owner’s servants, then kill his son.Parable · Mark 12:1-12
The Wicked Tenants
Grace that offends
Tenants beat the owner’s servants, then kill his son.
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- Parable · Matthew 7:24-27The Wise and Foolish BuildersCounting the costOne house on rock, one on sand. The same storm hits both.Parable · Matthew 7:24-27
The Wise and Foolish Builders
Counting the cost
One house on rock, one on sand. The same storm hits both.
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- Parable · Luke 14:28-33Counting the CostCounting the costA tower with no budget. A king at war, outnumbered.Parable · Luke 14:28-33
Counting the Cost
Counting the cost
A tower with no budget. A king at war, outnumbered.
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- Other Gospels that tell it too, when there are any.
- Parable · Luke 13:6-9The Barren Fig TreeCounting the costA tree bears no fruit. The gardener asks for one more year.Parable · Luke 13:6-9
The Barren Fig Tree
Counting the cost
A tree bears no fruit. The gardener asks for one more year.
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- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
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- Parable · Mark 2:21-22New Wine in Old WineskinsCounting the costYou don’t pour new wine into old, brittle wineskins.Parable · Mark 2:21-22
New Wine in Old Wineskins
Counting the cost
You don’t pour new wine into old, brittle wineskins.
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- The point: the surprising part, in one or two sentences.
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- Parable · Luke 17:7-10The Unworthy ServantsCounting the costA servant doing his job doesn’t expect thanks for it.Parable · Luke 17:7-10
The Unworthy Servants
Counting the cost
A servant doing his job doesn’t expect thanks for it.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
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- Parable · Mark 4:21-25The Lamp Under a BowlCounting the costNobody lights a lamp and hides it. Lamps go on stands.Parable · Mark 4:21-25
The Lamp Under a Bowl
Counting the cost
Nobody lights a lamp and hides it. Lamps go on stands.
Open the parableWhat’s inside
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- Teaching · Matthew 5 to 7Coming soonThe Sermon on the MountJesus's longest teachingJesus's longest teaching, one section at a time.Teaching · Matthew 5 to 7Coming soon
The Sermon on the Mount
Jesus's longest teaching
Jesus's longest teaching, one section at a time.
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- Story · Genesis 6 to 9Coming soonNoahThe flood and the promiseMore than water and a boat.Story · Genesis 6 to 9Coming soon
Noah
The flood and the promise
More than water and a boat.
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- Story · Genesis 37 to 50Coming soonJosephFrom the pit to the palaceSold by his brothers. The long road from pit to palace.Story · Genesis 37 to 50Coming soon
Joseph
From the pit to the palace
Sold by his brothers. The long road from pit to palace.
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- Story · Genesis 16Coming soonHagarThe God who sees meA runaway servant in the desert. God finds her there.Story · Genesis 16Coming soon
Hagar
The God who sees me
A runaway servant in the desert. God finds her there.
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- Teaching · Exodus 20Coming soonThe Ten CommandmentsGod's ten wordsRescued people get ten words for living free.Teaching · Exodus 20Coming soon
The Ten Commandments
God's ten words
Rescued people get ten words for living free.
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- Story · 1 Samuel 3Coming soonSamuel Hears GodA boy hears his name at nightA boy hears his name in the dark. It isn't who he thinks.Story · 1 Samuel 3Coming soon
Samuel Hears God
A boy hears his name at night
A boy hears his name in the dark. It isn't who he thinks.
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- Story · Psalm 23Coming soonPsalm 23The Lord is my shepherdA song for dark valleys, from a shepherd who became king.Story · Psalm 23Coming soon
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd
A song for dark valleys, from a shepherd who became king.
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- Story · Matthew 3:13-17Coming soonJesus Is BaptizedA voice from heavenJesus steps into the river. God speaks.Story · Matthew 3:13-17Coming soon
Jesus Is Baptized
A voice from heaven
Jesus steps into the river. God speaks.
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- Story · Luke 22:7-23Coming soonThe Last SupperJesus's last meal with his friendsBread, wine, and a promise on the night before the cross.Story · Luke 22:7-23Coming soon
The Last Supper
Jesus's last meal with his friends
Bread, wine, and a promise on the night before the cross.
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- Story · John 21:1-19Coming soonPeter Is ForgivenThree questions by the seaPeter said he never knew Jesus. Jesus makes him breakfast.Story · John 21:1-19Coming soon
Peter Is Forgiven
Three questions by the sea
Peter said he never knew Jesus. Jesus makes him breakfast.
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- Story · Acts 9:1-19Coming soonPaul on the RoadAn enemy becomes a friendHe hunted Christians. Then a light stopped him on the road.Story · Acts 9:1-19Coming soon
Paul on the Road
An enemy becomes a friend
He hunted Christians. Then a light stopped him on the road.
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