In this second part of our study on the Parable of the Good Samaritan—what I call the Parable of “Who Is My Neighbor?”—we slow down and walk carefully through the full passage of Luke 10:25–37.
Too often, we read this story quickly and miss the powerful dialogue unfolding between Jesus and the Expert in the Law. Together, we’ll explore:
- The initial question that sets the stage: “What must I do to inherit eternal life?”
- The follow-up challenge: “Who is my neighbor?”
- The concluding exchange that reveals the Expert’s heart—and ours.
This parable presses us to wrestle with one of the most fundamental issues of the human condition: Who am I required to show love to?
- What about those we think don’t deserve it?
- The people who frustrate, offend, or oppose us?
- The neighbors who vote differently, live differently, or simply get under our skin?
Jesus calls us to a higher vision of love—to see the humanity and divine image even in those we struggle to love most.
Join me as we uncover how this parable invites us to live out the radical, restorative love of God in our world today.
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Article: All We Need Is Love, Right?
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Article: The Broad Ways of Love's Action
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In this second part of our study on the Parable of the Good Samaritan—what I call the Parable of “Who Is My Neighbor?”—we slow down and walk carefully through the full passage of Luke 10:25–37.
Too often, we read this story quickly and miss the powerful dialogue unfolding between Jesus and the Expert in the Law. Together, we’ll explore:
- The initial question that sets the stage: “What must I do to inherit eternal life?”
- The follow-up challenge: “Who is my neighbor?”
- The concluding exchange that reveals the Expert’s heart—and ours.
This parable presses us to wrestle with one of the most fundamental issues of the human condition: Who am I required to show love to?
- What about those we think don’t deserve it?
- The people who frustrate, offend, or oppose us?
- The neighbors who vote differently, live differently, or simply get under our skin?
Jesus calls us to a higher vision of love—to see the humanity and divine image even in those we struggle to love most.
Join me as we uncover how this parable invites us to live out the radical, restorative love of God in our world today.
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Lesson Handout: https://www.figtreeteaching.com/uploads/1/1/9/7/119763168/fig_tree_good_samaritan_lesson_outline.pdf
My Notes on Luke 10:25-37: https://www.figtreeteaching.com/uploads/1/1/9/7/119763168/fig_tree_ministries_notes_to_good_samaritan_v2.pdf
Article: All We Need Is Love, Right?
https://www.figtreeteaching.com/uploads/1/1/9/7/119763168/fig_tree_ministries_all_we_need_is_love_right_v2.pdf
Article: The Broad Ways of Love's Action
https://www.figtreeteaching.com/uploads/1/1/9/7/119763168/fig_tree_ministries_the_ways_of_love.pdf
Books Mentioned - We participate in the Amazon Affiliate Program. You will support Fig Tree Ministries when you use the links below.
Brad Young - The Parables - https://amzn.to/46tsKKc
McArthur & Johnston - They Also Taught In Parables - https://amzn.to/48zrPsP
Amy Jill Levine - Short Stories by Jesus - https://amzn.to/3Khmk8i
#195 - Breaking Free of Literalism in John's Gospel - Gospel of John (pt. 29c)
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#195 - Breaking Free of Literalism in John's Gospel - Gospel of John (pt. 29c)
In this third lesson of our John 3 introduction, we shift from John’s rhetorical device to the rich symbolism and character development woven throughout his Gospel.
đź“– In this lesson, we cover:
Major Symbolism in John’s Gospel – We explore recurring images such as light and darkness, water and Spirit, birth and new life, and how these themes shape John’s message about Jesus.
Characters as Symbols – John intentionally crafts his characters so they embody themes and ideas, helping us grasp the deeper truths he is communicating. Each person we meet in John’s Gospel symbolically illuminates aspects of Jesus’ mission and the kingdom of God.
By recognizing John’s symbols and his purposeful use of characters, we can move beyond surface-level reading and appreciate the theological depth of his narrative.
👉 This is Part 3 of 4 in our John 3 introduction. Stay tuned for Part 4 as we continue unlocking the layered meaning of John’s Gospel.
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In this second part of our study on the Parable of the Good Samaritan—what I call the Parable of “Who Is My Neighbor?”—we slow down and walk carefully through the full passage of Luke 10:25–37.
Too often, we read this story quickly and miss the powerful dialogue unfolding between Jesus and the Expert in the Law. Together, we’ll explore:
- The initial question that sets the stage: “What must I do to inherit eternal life?”
- The follow-up challenge: “Who is my neighbor?”
- The concluding exchange that reveals the Expert’s heart—and ours.
This parable presses us to wrestle with one of the most fundamental issues of the human condition: Who am I required to show love to?
- What about those we think don’t deserve it?
- The people who frustrate, offend, or oppose us?
- The neighbors who vote differently, live differently, or simply get under our skin?
Jesus calls us to a higher vision of love—to see the humanity and divine image even in those we struggle to love most.
Join me as we uncover how this parable invites us to live out the radical, restorative love of God in our world today.
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www.figtreeteaching.com
Join the Fig Tree Coffee Club - Check Website for Times and Dates https://www.figtreeteaching.com/store/p3/Fig_Tree_Coffee_Club.html
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YouTube: https://youtu.be/n-Et-5cKkWo
Parable of the Good Samaritan Part 1: https://youtu.be/4qVhSfG_JxY
Lesson Handout: https://www.figtreeteaching.com/uploads/1/1/9/7/119763168/fig_tree_good_samaritan_lesson_outline.pdf
My Notes on Luke 10:25-37: https://www.figtreeteaching.com/uploads/1/1/9/7/119763168/fig_tree_ministries_notes_to_good_samaritan_v2.pdf
Article: All We Need Is Love, Right?
https://www.figtreeteaching.com/uploads/1/1/9/7/119763168/fig_tree_ministries_all_we_need_is_love_right_v2.pdf
Article: The Broad Ways of Love's Action
https://www.figtreeteaching.com/uploads/1/1/9/7/119763168/fig_tree_ministries_the_ways_of_love.pdf
Books Mentioned - We participate in the Amazon Affiliate Program. You will support Fig Tree Ministries when you use the links below.
Brad Young - The Parables - https://amzn.to/46tsKKc
McArthur & Johnston - They Also Taught In Parables - https://amzn.to/48zrPsP
Amy Jill Levine - Short Stories by Jesus - https://amzn.to/3Khmk8i
