32. Luke: Jesus teaches through parables, and Kim loves the opening with Mary and Elizabeth

In today’s episode, Kim and Barb talk about the parables of Jesus. 

Bible Heroes, Villains, and the In-betweens

• Jesus
• Mary (Mother of Jesus)
• John the Baptist
• Elizabeth (Mother of John the Baptist)
• Zechariah (Father of John the Baptist)
• Angels

Topics

• The many different versions of the Bible - are they all okay?
• Jesus’ instructions about handling rejection
• Jesus’ focus on the kingdom of God
• The Parables of Jesus
• Importance of paying attention to the spiritual dimension of life
• Taking risks to bring joy to others

Closing Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

LINKS

• Bible Project video on Luke Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIb_dCIxzr0
• Bible Project video on How to Understand Parables: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX-aAg4_U2Q
• Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir sings Joy to the World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLT9dSt8cwg

Coming Up Next on the Podcast…Luke 2

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