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Parables:
​An Earthy Story with a Heavenly Truth

Do you remember from math class when you studied parabolas?  A parabola is a symmetrical plane curve where one side mirrors the other.  That's where we get the word "parable."  Jesus shared parables, which are stories that have a surface meaning (an earthly story) that also has a mirrored spiritual meaning (a heavenly truth).
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Parables are an insight into the kingdom of God.  They help us understand things from God's perspective.  If we are not careful, we will see the surface aspect of the story, but miss the spiritual meaning.  

Book Available on Amazon

My book "Parables: An Earthly Story with a Heavenly Truth" has a listing of all 40 parables from Matthew, Mark, and Luke (John didn't record any parables).  The book also provides a brief overview of each parable with some short key points.  As a church planter, royalties from my books (about 25 cents per book) are small but greatly appreciated.  Click on the thumbnail of the book below to purchase on Amazon.  Two book covers are available (Retro TV and Blurred Jesus).
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Sitcom Parables:

We thought it would be fun to use clips from classic TV shows as illustrations for each parable.  Below are some of the clips we used.
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01 - The Parable of the Wise & Foolish Builders
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02 - The Parables of the Lost Sheep, Coin, and Son
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03 - The Parable of the Good Samaritan
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04 - The Parable of the Rich Fool
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05 - The Parable of the Great Banquet
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06 - The Parables of the Hidden Treasure, the Pearl of Great Price, and the Dragnet
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07 - The Parables of the Two Sons, Wicked Vinedressers, & The Wedding Feast

Series Graphics

Below are some of the graphics we used.  I hope it helps make it easier to customize your own.  If you would like to have my sermon notes, I can email them to you.  Please request sermon transcripts at chris@chrisdortch.com.
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