This parable shows the stark contrast between the Pharisee's self righteousness and true righteousness in Christ.
To have Jesus as our friend, we must understand who Jesus is and who we are. We will then see our need to receive Christ as our Savior and LORD.
The 7th of the Kingdom parables in Matthew 13. It teaches that there will be a final separation of the lost and saved.
These two parables teach the value of the kingdom of God
This parable continues the theme of the permeating effect of the Kingdom. It began small, but its influence is far reaching.
The parable teaches us that the mystery kingdom that began small will continue to grow until the LORD comes back and sets up His millennial kingdom.
John's first epistle gives us several tests to help us with assurance of our salvation. Here are 11.