These are parables by Jesus and some additional allegories
By George Huang This parable from Luke 5:37-39 teaches us two important lessons: WARNING: I’m concerned that I might not have gotten the wine and wineskin issues completely correct. If you are very familiar with how wineskins are used, please send me more info if you feel I got the concept wrong. Powerpoint presentation – … [ Read more… ]
By George Huang Initially given as a sermon at Chinatown Church of Christ Scripture: Luke 15:11-32 This is another take on the Parable of the Lost Son, but focusing on the first son who is angry at his father because he doesn’t understand his father’s love for his kids. This sermon discusses how we can … [ Read more… ]
By George Huang Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13 This strange parable seeks to remind us to get ready and stay ready because Christ will return at an unexpected time. It also briefly discusses the evidence of Christ’s imminent return. Powerpoint presentation – both English and Chinese
By George Huang Initially given as a sermon at Chinatown Church of Christ Using the allegory of washing and drying clothes to learn the secrets of Christian living and growth, including the interpersonal problems inside the churches. This is a shorter sermon that’s designed to allow for prayer and reconciliation after the service. This is … [ Read more… ]
By George Huang Scripture: Matt. 13:51-52 This is a single-verse parable given immediately after the seven parables of the Kingdom of Heaven. It helps explain how we can grow spiritually. Powerpoint presentation – both English and Chinese
By George Huang Initially given as a sermon at Chinatown Church of Christ Scripture: Luke 15:11-32 Five years after I started serving at Chinatown Church of Christ, I revisited the Parable of the Prodigal Son, but now with a much more mature perspective about being a father and a husband. This sermon discusses the common … [ Read more… ]
Exploration into the mentality of the Father in the Parable of the Lost Son found in Luke 15:11–32. Powerpoint – both Chinese and English
The parable of the lost son (a.k.a. the prodigal son) is one of the most complete, detailed, and explicit parables of Jesus. It reveals the secret of our salvation and God’s attitude and expectations for the humanity. Symbolism: * robe of the Father – (1) redemption, righteousness (e.g., white robe of Jesus when He returns), … [ Read more… ]