One of the most familiar of Jesus’ parables is the Good Samaritan, found only in Luke 10:25-37. Jesus told the parable in a conversation with an expert in the law about how to have eternal life. While the parable’s story line is simple and memorable, it includes twists that turn the whole conversation on its head. Jesus opened the way to eternal life, although it wasn’t quite the way that the expert in the law or anyone else expected.
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The parable of the workers in the vineyard reminds us that entering the kingdom of God is not about our work but God’s generosity.
In three missionary encounters in the city of Philippi, Jesus showed that he can take care of our true needs.