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6 results for "Joy in suffering"
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The Hidden Treasure Parable
Jesus presents the kingdom of heaven as a treasure hidden in a field which a man unexpectedly discovers. Overcome with joy, he hides it again and sells everythiโฆ
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The Pearl of Great Price Parable
In this parable told to his disciples, Jesus portrays a merchant who searches diligently for fine pearls and, upon finding one of surpassing value, sells everytโฆ
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The Lost Sheep Parable
In this parable Jesus addressed the Pharisees and scribes who murmured at his welcome of sinners, depicting a shepherd who leaves his ninety-nine sheep in the wโฆ
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The Lost Coin Parable
In this parable told amid the grumbling of Pharisees and scribes over Christ's welcome to sinners, a woman who held ten silver coins loses one and refuses to abโฆ
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The Talents Parable
Jesus told his disciples this parable about a master who distributed talents to his servants before a journey, expecting them to manage these resources faithfulโฆ
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New Wine in Old Wineskins Parable
Jesus used this parable to explain to the disciples of John that the new message of the kingdom cannot fit within the confines of old traditions and practices. โฆ