Practical application of Pentecostal theology in politics, economy and social issues
In response to the query on why Jesus’ disciples did not fast like those of John the Baptist, Jesus tells the parable of New Wine in Old Wineskins in the Gospels viz. Matthew 9:14–17, Mark 2:21–22, and Luke 5:33–39.
Interestingly, Luke ad…
Can you explain the parable of the wineskin? what was Jesus trying to tell the disciples?
"Neither is new wine put into old wineskins. If it is, the skins burst and the wine is spilled and the skins are destroyed. But new wine is p…
Matthew 13:33; Luke 13:20-21. What does this mean?
Matthew 13:33 (KJV): Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened.
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The Parable of the Ten Minas (Luke 19:11-27) is nearly identical to the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30).
Perhaps the most surprising variation of the Ten Minas is that it references the ruling nobleman in a manner that evokes one…
Ok , i have seen this question on this discussion board for awhile now . But i haven’t enough points to answer on those posts , so here’s my answer , for what its worth. , this was a quandary for me as well. Even JW.Org has a view , but i…
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Abstract: In this parable (Luke 18:9–14) “stand” (ἵστημι, histēmi), in reference first to the Pharisee then the tax-collector, is usually interpreted literally. This bears out in commentaries, yet is also implied in common English translations. Argued…
Jesus spoke the parable of the Unforgiving Servant (Mt. 18:23-35) by saying: "Therefore the kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his servants (v.23).
Does the Parable imply "not forgivin…
Matthew 13 gives a parable that Jesus used to teach the mystery of the Kingdom of Heaven. “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like…