In the vast tapestry of stories woven into the Bible, few are as universally cherished and frequently referenced as the parable of the Good Samaritan. Found in the Gospel of Luke (Luke 10:25-37), this narrative transcends the boundaries of religious doctrine and speaks to the core of human compassion and empathy. It is a timeless…
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Short Stories in the Bible: The Parable of the Rich Fool
Jesus told his disciples a story to teach them about the foolishness of greed. He said, “The land of a certain rich man produced a bountiful harvest. The man thought to himself, ‘What shall I do? I have no place to store my crops.’ He decided to tear down his barns and build bigger ones…
The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32)
The Parable of the Prodigal Son is one of the most poignant and enduring stories in the New Testament, found in Luke 15:11-32. Jesus tells this parable to illustrate the depth of God’s unconditional love and the joy that comes with the return of a lost soul. The story begins with a man who has…