PARABLES L O To define the word Parable

PARABLES L. O. To define the word Parable To understand why Jesus taught in parables To have an understanding of the teachings / messages of some of the parables

Group activity • Each group of 4 will now research ONE of Jesus’ parables and feed back your information to the class. • You have only 15 minutes to do this

The Parable of the Prodigal / Lost son

The Parable of the Sower

The Parable of the wise and foolish builders

The Parable of the Good Samaritan

L. O. To define the word - Parable • An earthly story with a heavenly meaning • A story with a hidden message about God or heaven • A story that teaches us the truth about God or how to please God • A short story that teaches a moral or spiritual lesson by comparing it to something from everyday life.

L. O. To understand why Jesus taught in parables • To make a point in a clear uncomplicated way • Because people remember stories • Because people like listening to stories and can work out the meanings for themselves. • Because people would be able to understand the meaning behind things that were familiar to them. • Many people were uneducated but everyone can appreciate a story

How to evaluate your understanding L K R T Red Amber Green I did not really understand the lesson today. I don’t really think that I met the objectives of the lesson or completed the question for learning. I understood some of the lesson today but there were parts of the learning that I did not really understand I need help on. I understood the question for learning to day and feel confident about what I have been taught. I believe that I learnt everything I needed to in the lesson Reflection You should write at least two sentences replying to the Qf. L and explaining what you did and didn’t understand about today’s lesson or learning intention. Target You should set yourself targets based on the Qf. L and what you are trying to learn. These should only be about your learning.

Home work Due in February 12 th • Create a story board / persuasive poster to illustrate and explain ONE of Jesus’ parable

Parables - Teachings • Which parable teaches us to: • Be forgiving? The Lost son • Not to make judgements or be prejudiced? The Good Samaritan • Use Jesus’ words on which to build our lives? The wise and foolish builders • Act on Jesus’ words and unselfishly help others to understand God The parable of the Sower