Scripture About Parables about the kingdom of god in luke

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4 Bible Verses

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And he said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to others in parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand.

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Luke 8:10 • KJV

This verse introduces Jesus's approach to teaching about the kingdom of God through parables. He suggests that parables are a way of revealing spiritual truths to those who are spiritually receptive while concealing them from those who are not.

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Then said he, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I resemble it? It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and cast into his garden; and it grew, and waxed a great tree; and the fowls of the air lodged in the branches of it.

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Luke 13:18-19 • KJV

This parable illustrates that the kingdom of God starts small but has tremendous potential for growth. It demonstrates how something seemingly insignificant can expand and provide shelter and opportunity for others.

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And again he said, Whereunto shall I liken the kingdom of God? It is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened.

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Luke 13:20-21 • KJV

This parable compares the kingdom of God to leaven, showing how a small spiritual influence can gradually transform an entire environment. It emphasizes the transformative and pervasive nature of God's kingdom.

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But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God. Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein.

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Luke 18:16-17 • KJV

This passage reveals that entering God's kingdom requires childlike qualities such as humility, trust, and simplicity. It teaches that spiritual receptiveness and innocence are key characteristics for understanding and accessing God's kingdom.

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