Why Parables?
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Why did Jesus teach with parables? And how should we interpret these stories? Today, R.C. Sproul identifies the purpose of parables and begins to examine the rich truths they reveal about Christ's kingdom. Download R.C. Sproul's video teaching series The Parables of Jesus, plus the digital study guide, with your donation: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/ Meet Today's Teacher: R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
Released on 5 Oct 2026
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