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Kern speaks on Jesus' return from Matthew 25:1-13. He looks at Jesus concern that the disciples of what Jesus' return will be like, and when it will be. He shows that we can't know when. Kern speaks on the parable of the wise and foolish virgins. He explores what the issues are. He shows that it will be too late for those who aren't prepared. Kern explores the imagery, and how Jesus uses wedding imagery. He shows how this and the surrounding passages point to being wise while we wait for Jesus return, and to not grow weary of doing good or fighting sin.

Exploration of the privilege of being invited to a wedding reception to show how you would not refuse being invited into heaven and how strange it is that the guests refuse the invites in Jesus' parable. He then discusses the appropriate dress for the Kingdom of heaven, as seen when a guest is thrown out of the party in the parable. He shows how we are clothed for the wedding in Christ's death from Isaiah. He talks about why you would not refuse the invitation to God's feast, and encourages people to accept God's invitation., Cassette label reads : Crossroads 10-Oct-10 AM Matt 22:1-14 (Dan)", Titled by cataloguer.

Vaughan challenges his listeners to consider what type of listener they are from Luke 8 and the parable of the sower. He shares his testimony, and encourages his audience that if they have questions they should ask them, and genuinely respond when they find the truth., Cassette reads : "Ed Vaughan Luke 8:4-15 'Did you hear the one about virtual reality?"

Luke 19:12-13 'He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return...' Theme: The Nobleman's neglect. Refers to noblemen as desiring earthly grandeur whilst neglecting important ends and purposes in life. Discusses the questions: Has Christ given some talent to improve? What improvement has been made? What excuse is there for neglecting to improve them? 10pp., complete.

Ingham reflects on a previous university mission, and links this to the topic "What if God was on trial?' He explores the preconceived ideas the teachers of the law had about Jesus in Matthew 21:23-22:40. Ingham shows that Jesus' authority is from God, that the teachers of the law are poor tenants and they will be rejected. Ingham examines the tax to Cesear and how Jesus responds. He explores how Jesus speaks on resurrection before it occurs, and Jesus speaking with authority. Ingham shows the key ideas of the law., Cassette label reads : "Jesus under cross-exam. Matt 21:23-22:40 Dean Ingham" Box label reads : "Matt 21-28 Focus Semester 2, 1996 Misc preachers"

Thompson explores two ways that people fall and miss new life when offered the gospel from Matthew 22:1-14. He explains the banquet imagery throughout the Old Testament, and the invitation of the gospel made to many. Thompson then details the two ways people can fall as seen in the parable - refusing the invitation and despising the invitation.

Thompson speaks on Matthew 24:36-25:30. He explores how our lives are changed because we expect Jesus to return., even though we don't know when Jesus is coming. Thompson speaks on the parables of the wicked servant, the wise and foolish virgins, and the talents. Thompson stresses the importance of Jesus' delay, comparing the attitudes of the characters. He explains how these parables show the reality of Jesus' return, and the wisdom of how we use our time.

Cooper looks at the importance of being generous with our giving, and not to stop/reduce giving when our finances drop. He explores the importance of seeing the big meaning of a parable, and contrasts this to an allegory, where details have meaning. Cooper explores the importance of being resourceful in the spread of the gospel. He examines how this is applied to our possessions and time. Talk is followed by the singing of 'Behold the Lamb of God'. Cooper looks at how the world thinks about the relevance of Jesus, in a talk when kids are dedicated. He compares the way of the world with the way of Christ., Cassette label reads : "Parables of Jesus - Paul Cooper Parable of the shrew manager - Luke 16: 1-13 Trinity Chapel Macquarie"

Cooper explores the effectiveness of story-telling. He explains the Parable of the Sower, stressing that we should not change the message, and not be surprised at the results, be that accepted or rejected. Cooper shows that God is interested in whether or not we obey God's word, and not our church attender, where we attend, our parentage, or when we came to him., Cassette label reads : "Parables of Jesus - Paul Cooper Parable of the sower - Luke 8:4-21 Trinity Chapel Macquarie"

Penman looks at the messages of the parables, with a focus on The Parable of the Banquet 2. 3 features of parables 3. Why and when 4. Do we have them as Jesus told them? 5. Historical context Talk is followed by questions, Cassette label reads : "Parables of the new age 1 Archbishop David Penman Side A 4/7/89 Robert Menzies School of Christian studies"