Day 300 (Luke 14-15) - Year 6
The Bible Recap
Deep Dive
What is dropsy and why is it significant in today's reading?
Dropsy is swelling, like edema. It's significant because Jesus heals a man with dropsy on the Sabbath, challenging the Pharisees' beliefs about sickness and sin.
Why does Jesus ask questions he already knows the answers to?
He uses questions to expose the truth and the Pharisees' lack of belief in it.
What does Jesus teach about humility and kingdom values?
Humility is inevitable; one way or another, it will come. He advises inviting the poor and sick to dinner, emphasizing that earthly repayment isn't the point.
Why does Jesus tell the parable of the great banquet?
To illustrate how the wealthy and important prioritize other things over God's provision, while the poor recognize their need for it.
What does Jesus mean by self-denial in following him?
It means renouncing self-determination and recognizing that everything else is secondary to the Savior.
What is the significance of the lost coin parable?
It shows that God rejoices over recovering the lost, even if they seem insignificant to others.
What is the main message of the parable of the prodigal son?
It portrays God's celebration of a sinner's repentance and challenges the Pharisees' moral superiority.
Who is the real prodigal son in the parable?
The older son, who wastes his inheritance by focusing on legalism and hating sinners.
Why does God celebrate when a sinner repents?
It is fitting and right to celebrate the recovery of what was lost, as God sees it as a present reality.
- Jesus heals a man with dropsy on the Sabbath, questioning the Pharisees' beliefs.
- He emphasizes the importance of humility and serving the poor and sick.
- True blessings come from serving others, not seeking repayment.
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