43. What are 4 biblical stories from the gospel. Have a general understanding of four stories and be ready to talk about them a bit. Some stories below that you can reference but do not need to. You can reference your own stories from the gospel a. Prodigal Son: Luke 5:11-32 b. Jesus Calms the Storm: 8:22-25 c. Birth of Jesus Christ.Luke 2:1-7 d. Parable of the Sower: Mark A:19

Here are four stories from the Gospels, along with a brief explanation of each:<br /><br />1. **The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37):** This parable tells of a traveler robbed and beaten, left for dead on the road. A priest and a Levite, both religious figures, pass him by. However, a Samaritan, a member of a community often despised by the Jews, stops to help. He bandages the man's wounds, takes him to an inn, and pays for his care. This story teaches about compassion and loving one's neighbor, even those considered outsiders or enemies.<br /><br />2. **The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32):** A younger son demands his inheritance and squanders it on reckless living. When he hits rock bottom, he returns home, expecting rejection. Instead, his father welcomes him with open arms, throws a feast, and celebrates his return. This parable illustrates God's unconditional love, forgiveness, and willingness to welcome back those who have strayed.<br /><br />3. **Jesus Feeds the 5,000 (Matthew 14:13-21):** A large crowd follows Jesus, and they become hungry. With only five loaves of bread and two fish, Jesus miraculously feeds the entire multitude, with baskets of food left over. This miracle demonstrates Jesus's power and compassion, providing for both physical and spiritual needs.<br /><br />4. **The Raising of Lazarus (John 11:1-44):** Jesus's friend Lazarus becomes ill and dies. Jesus arrives four days after the burial and raises Lazarus from the dead. This powerful miracle demonstrates Jesus's authority over death and foreshadows his own resurrection. It also emphasizes the importance of faith and belief in Jesus.<br />