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Ten Virgins Matthew 25:1-13 ( INT ) This information is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future. Additional Resources: The Ten Virgins (Video) They that are Wise (Video) Preparation for the Second Coming by Dallin H. Oaks

Tenant Farmers Matthew 21:33-45 ( INT ) Mark 12:1-12 ( INT ) This information is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future.

Divided Kingdom, strong man Matthew 12:24-30 ( INT ) Mark 3:23-27 ( INT ) Luke 11:14-26 ( INT ) This information is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future. Additional Resources: A House Divided (Luke 11:14-26) Matthew Chapter 12 LUMO Gospel of Luke 11:1-28

Things Hidden from Prudent and Revealed to Babes Matthew 11:25–27 ( INT ) Luke 10:21-22 ( INT ) This information is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future. Additional Resources: Matthew 13:10–17

Lost Coin Luke 15:8-10 ( INT ) This information is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future. Additional Resources: Some Have Compassion, Making a Difference by Bishop Robert D. Hales

Good Gifts Matthew 7:7-12 ( INT ) Luke 11:9-13 (INT) This information is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future.

Budding Fig Tree Matthew 24:32-35 ( INT ) Mark 13:28-33 Luke 21:29-33 D&C 35:16 D&C 45:34-38 The Budding Fig Tree Parable was given to Jesus' disciples while on the Mount of Olives, just outside Jerusalem. This was a time of intense political and social turmoil in Judea, as the people were under Roman rule and there was mounting tension between the Jewish leaders and the occupying forces. This was in addition to the hostilities and persecution facing Christ and his followers. As discussed in other parables, the fig tree ( συκῆς , תְּאֵנָה ) had cultural and religious significance for the Jews. It symbolized Israel as a nation and represented the hope of restoration and renewal. Jesus used the image of the budding fig tree to illustrate the signs of the end times and His second coming. He warned His disciples to be alert and watch for the signs, as they indicated His return was near. The parable is even more significant for us today, reminding us to be prepared for Jesus' return and to stay faithful despite trials and tribulations. The signs of the times are all around us, and we must be vigilant in our spiritual lives. Just as the fig tree needs to be cared for and tended to in order to bear fruit, we need to nurture our faith and be ready for Christ's return. Additional Resources: “The Leaves Are Commencing to Show on the Fig Tree”by Elder Bernard P. Brockbank Discipleship in the Olivet Discourse in Mark’s Gospel by Gaye Strathearn Preparation for the Second Coming by Elder Dallin H. Oaks The Power of Spiritual Momentum By President Russell M. Nelson

Bread of Life Sermon John 6:22-71 ( INT ) The Bread of Life allegory is one of the most significant taught by Jesus in the New Testament. This discourse was given following the miraculous feeding of 5,000 people with only five barley loaves ( ἄρτων artōn; לֶחֶם leḥem ) and two fish, which led many people to follow Jesus. But, sadly, Jesus points out that many following him were seeking Him not because of the teachings or the miraculous signs but because they were hungry and wanted more food. Jesus then teaches them that He is the Bread of Life, and whoever comes to Him will never be hungry or thirsty. The metaphorical language used by Christ was significant in ancient Jewish culture because bread was considered an essential food that symbolized life and sustenance. Moreover, it was symbolic of the manna ( μάννα , מָן ) God provided to the Israelites during their wilderness journey and was considered a miraculous food and sign supplied to them by the Lord himself. This miracle sustained them for forty years during their probationary wandering in the wilderness. Jesus explains that the Bread of Life He provides is not physical bread but His own flesh and blood. This statement shocks and confuses many of His followers, leading many to question how this could be possible, and some even leave. Christ even asks his apostles, "Will ye also go away?" Peter responds, " Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life." Jesus clarifies that He speaks figuratively and that His words are spirit and life. He emphasizes that those who eat His flesh and drink His blood will have eternal life. This metaphorical concept pertains to the covenants one makes when they partake of the Sacrament, reminiscent of the shewbread used in the ancient Temple. These symbolic principles are reminders of the life and mission of Christ, "to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" ( Moses 1:39 ). The Saviors allegory has several important principles that continue to be essential for us today. Firstly, it reminds us that Jesus is the ultimate source of life and sustenance, and we must seek Him regularly for our spiritual nourishment. Secondly, it emphasizes the importance of faith in Jesus and the sacrifice He made for our salvation. Finally, it highlights the significance of the sacrament, where Jesus' followers, "the body of Christ," partakes in the bread and wine (water), symbolizing Jesus' body and blood. Overall, the Bread of Life allegory is a powerful and significant teaching that speaks to our deepest spiritual needs and reminds us of the central importance of Jesus in our lives. Additional Resources: I am the Bread of Life (Video) And Jesus Said unto Them: I Am the Bread of Life by Elder Gerrit W. Gong To Whom Shall We Go? by Elder M. Russell Ballard

Sheeps and Goats Matthew 24:31-46 (INT) This section is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future. Additional Information: Ye Have Done It unto Me

Camel through Eye of Needle Matthew 19:16–30 ( INT ) Mark 10:17-25 ( INT ) Luke 18:18–30 ( INT ) The parable of the camel and the eye of the needle is a well-known story from the New Testament that appears in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. In this parable, a wealthy man comes to Jesus and asks him what he must do to gain eternal life. Jesus responds by telling him to keep the commandments; The man explains that he has already done so, and Jesus then instructs him to sell all of his possessions, give the proceeds to the poor, and follow him. The wealthy man is dismayed by this request; he is very wealthy, and he leaves in sadness. Jesus then remarks to his disciples that it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God. The context of this parable is that it follows a discussion between Jesus and his disciples about the difficulty of a rich person entering heaven. In the cultural context of the time, wealth was often seen as a sign of God's favor, and it was believed that rich people were more likely to enter heaven. However, Jesus challenges this notion and suggests that pursuing wealth can hinder spiritual growth and salvation. The association between the camel and the Hebrew letter gimel also has potential symbolic significance; in the Hebrew alphabet, gimel is the third letter, and in the Aramaic form, it is shaped like a camel; it is also connected to the literal meaning of the word ( גָּמָל gamal ) . This is where the Greek ( κάμηλος ) and English words "camel" were derived. It has been suggested that this association may be intentional and that in the parable, Christ is using the image of the camel to evoke the letter gimel and its symbolic meaning. According to Jewish tradition, the letter gimel is associated with kindness, generosity, reward, and punishment ( Ginsburgh ) . It is said to represent the act of giving and compensation, as the root גמל "gml" can also be used to represent "payment or reward" in Hebrew. This symbolic association may be significant in the context of the parable, as Jesus is instructing the wealthy man to give away his possessions to follow him. This relates to a well-known Jewish allegory associated with the letter gimel, where the letter is said to represent a rich man running after a poor man to bestow charity. This symbolic concept associated with the letter gimel also corresponds with a connection to John 7:15-19 ( INT ), where the priests question Christ about his understanding of the letters; Christ responds by explaining that the letters were symbolic of the doctrines of the Father. This adds another layer of complexity and relevance to the potential symbolic association with the letter gimel. It suggests that the parable may be using the image of the camel and the symbolic nature of the letter to convey a deeper spiritual message that highlights the importance of generosity and charity in the pursuit of eternal salvation. Additional Resources: The Greatest Possession By Elder Jeffrey R. Holland

Wolves in Sheeps Clothing Matthew 7:15 ( INT ) This section is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future. Additional Resources: 3 Ne. 14:15 Valiant Discipleship in the Latter Days by Elder Jörg Klebingat

Sparrows Matthew 10:29-31 ( INT ) Luke 12:6-7 ( INT ) This section is currently under construction and review; please check back for more information in the future.