Matthew 13:33 · KJV
"Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened."
King James Version
What does Matthew 13:33 mean? →Passage Context
31Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field:
32Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof.
33Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened.
34All these things spake Jesus unto the multitude in parables; and without a parable spake he not unto them:
35That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, saying, I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things which have been kept secret from the foundation of the world.
Reflection Questions
1
How does the idea of small actions leading to significant change apply to your life?
2
What does it mean for you to be a part of something that has a greater purpose?
3
When have you seen small acts of kindness create a ripple effect?
Life Application
faith
Consider how your small acts of faith can influence those around you.
community
Look for opportunities to contribute positively to your community, no matter how small.
Connection to Jesus
direct teaching
Jesus uses the parable of leaven to illustrate how the kingdom of heaven grows and transforms the world.
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