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parable of the eye as the lamp of the body
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Eye as Lamp of the Body: Spiritual Focus

February 9, 2026February 9, 2026 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Jesus speaks the parable of the eye as the lamp of the body during a moment of direct instruction to His disciples, with the surrounding crowd listening closely. The setting …

parable of the lamp under a basket
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Lamp Under a Basket Explained

February 3, 2026February 2, 2026 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Jesus speaks the parable of the lamp under a basket into moments of tension and clarity. He addresses crowds who hear Him gladly and disciples who struggle to understand. The …

difficult Bible passages
Bible Studies / How-To Guides

How to Read Difficult Bible Passages Without Getting Discouraged

February 2, 2026February 2, 2026 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Many believers quietly struggle with difficult Bible passages, even if they rarely admit it. We open Scripture expecting clarity and comfort, yet sometimes we meet confusion instead. A passage feels …

Jesus teaching a reflective crowd in Galilee, illustrating the parable of the speck and the log through conviction and humility rather than confrontation.
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Speck and the Log Explored

January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Why do we notice small faults in others while ignoring serious sin in ourselves? Jesus raises that question with sharp clarity in the parable of the speck and the log. …

parable of the divided kingdom
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Divided Kingdom Explained by Jesus

January 24, 2026January 23, 2026 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

What happens when a kingdom turns against itself? Jesus raised that question during a tense confrontation with religious leaders. In what we now call the parable of the divided kingdom, …

study the bible by book
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How to Study the Bible by Book, Chapter, and Verse

January 18, 2026January 18, 2026 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Why Random Reading Often Leaves Us Confused Have you ever opened the Bible, read a few verses, and still felt unsure what you just read? Many new believers start with …

parable of the empty house
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Empty House: A Warning About Emptiness

January 14, 2026January 14, 2026 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

A Clean House Isn’t Enough What happens when evil leaves—but nothing takes its place? Jesus gave a powerful warning in the Parable of the Empty House. At first glance, the …

parable of the tower builder and the warring king
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Count the Cost: The Parable of the Tower Builder and Warring King

January 9, 2026January 9, 2026 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

What Does It Really Cost to Follow Jesus? Have we truly considered the cost of following Jesus Christ? That is the question raised in Luke 14, where Jesus shares the …

parable of the wise and foolish builders. House built on rock standing firm during a storm.
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders Explained Simply

December 24, 2025December 24, 2025 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

What Are We Building Our Lives On? What makes one life stand firm while another collapses under pressure? Jesus answers that question directly in the parable of the wise and …

parable of the barren fig tree. A gardener putting manure at the bottom of a fig tree to try to heal it.
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Barren Fig Tree: God’s Patience & Mercy

December 16, 2025December 15, 2025 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Why does God allow time for repentance instead of judging immediately? Many believers wrestle with that question. The parable of the barren fig tree addresses it directly. In Luke 13:6–9, …

parable of the unworthy servants
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Unworthy Servants: Humble Obedience

December 9, 2025December 9, 2025 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Why Does Jesus Talk About Humble Obedience? Have you ever done something kind or helpful and felt disappointed when no one noticed? Many believers feel this way at times. We …

parable of the pharisee and the tax collector
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Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector

November 25, 2025November 24, 2025 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Setting the Stage: Who Is Jesus Speaking To? Have you ever felt secretly proud of your spiritual progress, only to realize your heart was quietly judging someone else? That’s exactly …

parable of the persistent widow
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Persistent Widow: Unlock the Power of Prayer

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

In a world full of unanswered questions, slow justice, and quiet heavens, it’s easy to grow weary. We’ve all prayed prayers that seemed to bounce back in silence. We’ve watched …

pillars of faith
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The Five Pillars of Faith Every Christian Should Embrace

November 20, 2025November 19, 2025 - by David H Mercer

A Brief Study on Five Aspects of Jesus’ Life Every Christian Must Believe The Foundation of Christian Faith Have you ever wondered what makes the life of Jesus the cornerstone …

parable of the rich man and Lazarus
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus: Who Will You Be?

November 16, 2025November 16, 2025 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

A Story That Demands a Response What if one story could change how we view life, death, and eternity? In Luke 16, Jesus shares a powerful warning wrapped in a …

parable of the dishonest manager
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Dishonest Manager: What Was Jesus Teaching?

November 11, 2025November 9, 2025 - by David H Mercer

What kind of teacher praises a dishonest man for being shrewd? That’s the question many of us ask when we read the parable of the dishonest manager in Luke 16. …

Father embraces his repentant son on a country road — a symbol of forgiveness in the Parable of the Prodigal Son.
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Prodigal Son: God’s Love for the Lost

November 6, 2025November 5, 2025 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Have you ever felt like you wandered too far for God to welcome you back? In Luke 15, Jesus tells three unforgettable parables. Each one reveals the joy of something …

parable of the lost coin
Bible Studies / Parables of Jesus

Parable of the Lost Coin: God’s Joy Over One Repentant Soul

October 30, 2025November 5, 2025 - by Bible Study Toolbox Staff

Have you ever lost something so small, yet so valuable, you turned the whole house upside down just to find it? The parable of the lost coin is short, yet …

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