SECTION 5
Jesus’ Later Ministry East of the Jordan
“Many put faith in him.”—John 10:42
IN THIS SECTION
CHAPTER 82
Jesus’ Ministry in Perea
Jesus explains to his listeners what is needed to gain salvation. His advice was important back then. What about today?
CHAPTER 83
Invitations to a Meal—Whom Does God Invite?
While dining at the home of a Pharisee, Jesus gives an illustration about a grand evening meal. He has an important lesson for all of God’s people. What is it?
CHAPTER 84
Discipleship—How Serious?
Becoming a disciple of Christ is a serious responsibility. Jesus leaves no doubt about what is involved. Some would-be followers may be shocked by what he says.
CHAPTER 85
Rejoicing Over the Sinner Who Repents
The scribes and the Pharisees criticize Jesus for having dealings with common people. In response, Jesus uses illustrations to show how God views sinners.
CHAPTER 86
The Son Who Was Lost Returns
What lessons can we learn from Jesus’ illustration of the prodigal son?
CHAPTER 87
Plan Ahead—Use Practical Wisdom
Jesus uses an illustration of a scheming, corrupt house manager to teach a surprising truth.
CHAPTER 88
A Change for the Rich Man and for Lazarus
The key to understanding Jesus’ parable is identifying who the two main characters represent.
CHAPTER 89
Teaching in Perea on the Way to Judea
He highlights a quality that can help us to forgive even those who sin against us repeatedly.
CHAPTER 90
“The Resurrection and the Life”
What did Jesus mean when he said that those who exercise faith in him “will never die at all”?
CHAPTER 91
Lazarus Is Resurrected
Two key aspects of this event make it impossible even for Jesus’ opposers to deny the miracle.
CHAPTER 92
Ten Lepers Healed—One Shows Gratitude
The healed man shows appreciation not only to Jesus but also to someone else.
CHAPTER 94
Two Great Needs—Prayer and Humility
In his illustration of a wicked judge and a widow, Jesus stresses the value of a particular quality.
CHAPTER 95
Teaching About Divorce and Love for Children
Jesus views young children very differently than his disciples do. Why?
CHAPTER 96
Jesus Answers a Rich Young Ruler
What moves Jesus to say that it is easier for a camel to get through the eye of a sewing needle than for a rich man to enter the Kingdom of God?
CHAPTER 97
Illustration of the Workers in the Vineyard
How do the first become last and the last become first?
CHAPTER 98
The Apostles Again Seek Prominence
James and John ask for special positions in the Kingdom, but they are not alone.
CHAPTER 99
Jesus Heals Blind Men and Helps Zacchaeus
How can the seemingly conflicting Bible accounts about Jesus healing a blind man near Jericho be harmonized?
CHAPTER 100
His Illustration of Ten Minas
What did Jesus mean when he said: “To everyone who has, more will be given, but from the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away”?
