Notes From the Front Porch: Parables, Sudden Rains, and Minor Lords
Notes From the Front Porch: Parables, Sudden Rains, and Minor Lords I have been learning a lot lately about how to write a parable. At its heart, a parable is a simple story that teaches a lasting lesson. Jesus loved to use everyday elements—seeds, lanterns, sheep, mountains, valleys, flowing rivers, and fruit on the vine. Simple, tangible things to explain deep, spiritual truths. God has been using a very specific element to show me a lot lately: rain . I’ve had more days off lately, but I swear every time I am yearning to step out the door for a walk, a sudden rain shower comes out of nowhere five minutes beforehand and halts my plans. It forces me inside. It forces me to stop, adapt, and find something meaningful to do within my walls. The Sudden Shift Earlier this week, my entire schedule was shifted around, only to be flipped right back the next morning. I was annoyed at first, but then I tried to see the silver lining—at least I wouldn't go over my hours. Then came the bigge...