The document discusses the nature and purpose of teaching in parables, outlining two Greek terms related to parables and their meanings. It emphasizes the effectiveness of parables in engaging learners and highlights various teaching methods and their impact on retention. The document also underscores the importance of the listener's attitude and readiness to learn when engaging with these teachings.

1. Teaching in Parables“…walking with Jesus…”

2. Parable?Two Greek Words:“Parabole” – to lay alongside“Paroimia” – parables, dark sayings or figures

3. Parable?(Heavenly meaning)(Earthly story)

4. Parable?Why teach in parables?Direct tell-it-like-it-is teachingIllustrative teachingFormal teachingInformal teachingTeaching through debatingTeaching through the use of questions

5. A Word about TeachingJenniSebora (Herald-Journal, 4/4/05)5% learn from a lecture10% learn from reading20% learn from audio-visual format

6. A Word about TeachingJenniSebora (Herald-Journal, 4/4/05)30% learn from a demonstration or informative50% learn from information discussed75% learn from reciting the information90% teaching others immediately after learning

7. Parable?Why teach in parables?The parables were presented for the hearer’s benefit. (Matthew 13.11)Notice how important the attitude is of the hearerMatthew 13.14-15

8. Parable?Why teach in parables?Ask yourself the great question, “What am I ready to hear?”

9. Teaching in Parables“…walking with Jesus…”