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Parables of Jesus Quiz
Jesus often taught in parables: short stories about farmers, shepherds, merchants and servants that reveal what the kingdom of God is like. Test how well you know the Good Samaritan, the Prodigal Son, the Sower and the rest.
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What does the Parable of the Rich Fool warn against?
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Answer: D. Trusting in riches rather than God
The rich fool stored up wealth but was foolish to neglect his spiritual life, illustrating the danger of greed (Luke 12:16-21).
Luke 12:16-21 -
What contrast does Jesus make in the Parable of the Mustard Seed?
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Answer: B. A tiny seed grows into a large plant
Jesus contrasts the tiny mustard seed with the large plant it becomes, showing the surprising growth of the kingdom.
Matthew 13:31-32 -
In Jesus’ story about a manager facing dismissal, what does the manager do to prepare for the future?
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Answer: B. Reduces debts to gain friends
Jesus uses the manager’s shrewd planning to teach faithful use of worldly resources. (Luke 16:1-13)
Luke 16:1-13 -
In the Parable of the Mustard Seed, what does the mustard seed represent?
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Answer: B. A small beginning that grows into a large tree
Jesus compared the kingdom of heaven to a mustard seed that is the smallest of seeds but grows into the largest of garden plants (Mark 4:30-32).
Mark 4:30-32 -
What does the Parable of the Divided Kingdom teach about spiritual warfare?
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Answer: B. Satan's kingdom cannot be divided against itself and still stand strong
Jesus argues that if He cast out demons by Satan's power, Satan's kingdom would be divided against itself and could not stand, proving His power comes from God.
Matthew 12:25-26 -
What does the Pharisee and Tax Collector parable teach about prayer and humility?
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Answer: B. Humility in prayer is essential for righteousness
The tax collector’s humility was accepted by God over the Pharisee’s pride, emphasizing humility in approaching God (Luke 18:9-14).
Luke 18:9-14 -
In the Parable of the Mustard Seed, what does the mustard seed symbolize?
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Answer: A. A small beginning that grows into a large kingdom
Jesus compared the Kingdom of Heaven to a mustard seed, which is tiny but grows into a large tree, illustrating how God's kingdom starts small but expands greatly (Matthew 13:31-32).
Matthew 13:31-32 -
What is the main lesson of the Parable of the Hidden Treasure?
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Answer: A. The value of the Kingdom of Heaven
The parable illustrates that the Kingdom of Heaven is so valuable that one should be willing to sell everything to obtain it (Matthew 13:44).
Matthew 13:44 -
In the Parable of the Hidden Treasure, what should one do upon discovering the treasure according to Jesus?
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Answer: C. Sell everything to buy the field
Jesus said the man who found the treasure sold all he had to buy the field, emphasizing the value of the kingdom (Matthew 13:44).
Matthew 13:44 -
In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, how does the father respond to the returning son?
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Answer: A. Welcomes him with compassion and forgiveness
The father’s loving reception demonstrates God's grace toward repentant sinners (Luke 15:11-32).
Luke 15:11-32
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What does the Parable of the Growing Seed teach about the Kingdom of Heaven?
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Answer: B. It develops gradually and silently
Jesus explained that the Kingdom of Heaven grows of itself, like a seed that sprouts and grows without visible effort (Mark 4:26-29).
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What does the Parable of the Dishonest Steward reveal about using worldly resources for eternal purposes?
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Answer: B. Shrewd use of earthly resources for eternal relationships demonstrates kingdom wisdom
The steward's shrewd use of his master's resources to secure relationships teaches using earthly wealth wisely to build eternal relationships and security.
Luke 16:1-13 -
What is the main message of the Parable of the Great Banquet?
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Answer: A. Everyone is invited to God's kingdom
The parable emphasizes that God's invitation to salvation is open to all, but many reject it (Luke 14:15-24).
Luke 14:15-24 -
What does the Parable of the Two Sons teach?
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Answer: A. Obedience is more important than words
One son initially refuses but later obeys, while the other agrees but does not go; true obedience is demonstrated through actions (Matthew 21:28-32).
Matthew 21:28-32 -
In the Parable of the Rich Fool, what did the man decide to do with his crops?
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Answer: D. Build bigger barns and store up wealth
He focused on earthly riches, but God called him a fool because his soul was required of him that night (Luke 12:16-21).
Luke 12:16-21 -
What is the main message of the Parable of the Lost Coin?
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Answer: A. God seeks out and values every individual
The woman searches carefully for her lost coin and rejoices when she finds it, illustrating God's joy over one sinner who repents (Luke 15:8-10).
Luke 15:8-10 -
What does the Unjust Steward's story teach about wisdom?
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Answer: D. Use worldly wealth to gain friends for eternity
The steward wisely uses his resources to secure a future, illustrating shrewdness in spiritual matters (Luke 16:1-9).
Luke 16:1-9 -
In the Parable of the Unjust Steward, what did the steward do to secure his future?
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Answer: B. Reduced debts for others
The steward reduced the debts of others to gain favor, illustrating shrewdness and the use of resources wisely (Luke 16:1-8).
Luke 16:1-8 -
What does the Unforgiving Servant parable teach about forgiveness?
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Answer: D. Forgiveness is mandatory for those who have received grace
The servant who was unwilling to forgive others was condemned, highlighting the necessity of forgiving others (Matthew 18:21-35).
Matthew 18:21-35 -
What does the Parable of the Two Debtors teach about forgiveness?
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Answer: B. Those forgiven much love much
The one forgiven the greater debt shows more love; emphasizing gratitude and forgiveness (Luke 7:41-47).
Luke 7:41-47
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Answer key
- D. Trusting in riches rather than God
- B. A tiny seed grows into a large plant
- B. Reduces debts to gain friends
- B. A small beginning that grows into a large tree
- B. Satan's kingdom cannot be divided against itself and still stand strong
- B. Humility in prayer is essential for righteousness
- A. A small beginning that grows into a large kingdom
- A. The value of the Kingdom of Heaven
- C. Sell everything to buy the field
- A. Welcomes him with compassion and forgiveness
- B. It develops gradually and silently
- B. Shrewd use of earthly resources for eternal relationships demonstrates kingdom wisdom
- A. Everyone is invited to God's kingdom
- A. Obedience is more important than words
- D. Build bigger barns and store up wealth
- A. God seeks out and values every individual
- D. Use worldly wealth to gain friends for eternity
- B. Reduced debts for others
- D. Forgiveness is mandatory for those who have received grace
- B. Those forgiven much love much
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