Teachings of Jesus

parable of the sower explained

Jesus Explains the Parable of the Sower (Mark 4:13–20)

Jesus unpacks the Parable of the Sower in Mark 4:13–20, revealing how different heart conditions respond to God’s Word. Learn to identify distractions, guard your faith, and pursue lasting spiritual fruit. In 2026, let your life reflect the harvest God desires—thirty, sixty, and a hundredfold.

purpose of Jesus parables in Mark

Why Jesus Spoke in Parables (Mark 4:10–12)

Jesus explains in Mark 4:10–12 that His parables are meant to reveal truth to the hungry and conceal it from the hard-hearted. Discover why Jesus taught in stories, how they filter faith, and what it means to truly listen with spiritual eyes and ears in our daily walk with God.

Parable of the Sower in Mark 4

Jesus Teaches the Parable of the Sower (Mark 4:1–20)

Jesus teaches the Parable of the Sower in Mark 4:1–20, revealing how different hearts respond to God’s Word. Discover which soil best represents your life today—and how to cultivate a heart that bears real fruit for the kingdom. Spiritual growth starts with listening—and letting the Word take root.

Jesus heals on the Sabbath

Jesus Heals on the Sabbath and Confronts Hardened Hearts (Mark 3:1–6)

Jesus heals a man’s withered hand in Mark 3:1–6, exposing the Pharisees’ hard-hearted legalism. His boldness inspires us to act with courage and compassion in hostile environments. Discover how this moment reveals the power of standing for good—even when the cost is high.

Jesus Lord of the Sabbath

Jesus Declares He Is Lord of the Sabbath (Mark 2:23–28)

When challenged about Sabbath laws in Mark 2:23–28, Jesus boldly declares Himself Lord of the Sabbath. His answer reframes the purpose of rest and resets our understanding of religion. Discover how this moment invites you to release performance, receive grace, and reclaim rest in Christ.

Jesus questioned about fasting

Jesus Is Questioned About Fasting (Mark 2:18–22)

In Mark 2:18–22, Jesus is asked why His disciples don’t fast. His answer—filled with imagery about weddings and wineskins—reveals that His presence brings joy and transformation. Discover how this passage calls us to break free from lifeless routine and embrace a fresh, vibrant relationship with Christ.

Jesus predicts Peter's denial

Jesus Predicts Peter’s Denial: When Boldness Meets Brokenness

Matthew 26:30–35 presents the moment when Jesus predicts Peter’s denial. Sometimes your loudest declarations of faith come right before your biggest failures. Matthew 26:30–35 (NASB 2020) 30 And after singing a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives. 31 Then Jesus said to them, “You will all fall away because of Me this night; for it […]

Jesus institutes the Lord's Supper

Jesus Institutes the Lord’s Supper: Covenant in Bread (Flesh) and Wine (Blood)

Matthew 26:26–29 describes the moment when Jesus institutes the Lord’s Supper. What you consume at the Lord’s table changes how you live in the world. Matthew 26:26–29 (NASB 2020) 26 Now while they were eating, Jesus took some bread, and after blessing it, He broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; […]

false messiahs and signs of the end

False Messiahs and Signs of the End: Stay Grounded, Stay Watchful

Matthew 24:23–31 discusses the emergence of false messiahs and signs of the end times. In a world swirling with confusion, Jesus gives clarity about false messiahs and signs of the end. In this passage, He warns that deception will be widespread in the last days. Signs and wonders will appear persuasive, but they won’t be […]

abomination of desolation

The Abomination of Desolation: Jesus’ Prophetic Call to Urgency

Matthew 24:15–22 references the prophecy of the abomination of desolation. Some warnings must not be ignored. The abomination of desolation is one of those warnings. In this intense section of the Olivet Discourse, Jesus offers one of His most urgent prophetic alerts. Referencing Daniel, He prepares His followers for a moment of great danger marked by […]

persecution and endurance

Persecution and Endurance: Faith Under Fire

Matthew 24:9–14, a passage that speaks profoundly about persecution and the endurance required to overcome it. Jesus never promised it would be easy. But He promised it would be worth it. In Matthew 24:9–14, Jesus prepares His disciples for the realities of persecution that would come as the gospel spreads across the globe, encouraging them to find […]

signs of the end

Signs of the End: When Warnings Wake Us Up

Matthew 24:3–8 discusses various signs related to the end times according to the scripture. Jesus doesn’t give signs to make us scared. He gives them to make us ready. In Matthew 24:3–8, Jesus begins a prophetic discourse about the signs that mark the end times. His words remain alarmingly relevant in 2025. Matthew 24:3–8 (NASB 2020) 3 And as […]

Jesus predicts destruction of the temple

Jesus Predicts the Destruction of the Temple: A Warning About What Will Not Last

Matthew 24:1–2 speaks of the moment when Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple. Jesus didn’t waste words. When He spoke about the future, it wasn’t to stir fear but to shift focus, reminding us of His prediction about the temple’s destruction. In this interaction, He proclaims the downfall of the majestic temple—a prophecy that shocked […]

Jesus pronounces woes to the Pharisees

Jesus Pronounces Woes to the Pharisees: A Call to Authentic Living

Matthew 23:1–39 recounts the moment when Jesus pronounces woes to the Pharisees. Jesus never condemned sinners who knew their need for grace, but He had strong words for religious leaders who pretended to be righteous. In this context, Jesus pronounces woes to the Pharisees, highlighting their hypocritical ways. In this powerful interaction, Jesus exposes hypocrisy, warns […]

Jesus Questions the Pharisees

Jesus Questions the Pharisees About the Christ

In Matthew 22:41–46, Jesus questions the Pharisees Scripture: Matthew 22:41–46 (NASB 2020) 41 Now while the Pharisees were gathered together, Jesus asked them a question: 42 “What do you think about the Christ? Whose son is He?” They said to Him, “The son of David.” 43 He said to them, “Then how does David in the Spirit call […]