Parables Taught by Jesus Christ

Luke 16:1-12
The parable of the unjust steward:
I really struggled understanding what this parable was meaning. The conclusion I have come to, and what I feel the Savior is trying to teach here is that it is important to keep your word. It is important to be prepared and be honest in all thy doings because you don't know what is going to happen, you don't know when the end is coming and you need to be prepared for when you stand at that judgement bar. This steward got lucky and was able to cover up his tracks right before his master inquired of him but that is not going to be the case for us all the time. Do not procrastinate.

Luke 16:19-31
The parable of the rich man and Lazerus:
The principles found in this parable are to listen to the words of the prophets on earth. Also to share your wealth and serve the sick and afflicted.

Luke 17:11-19
The ten lepers:
The story of the ten lepers is pretty well known. Ten lepers came to Jesus begging for mercy. Christ shewed them to the priest to be healed and all were cleansed but only one of them turned back and gave the glory to God, and he was a Samaritan. The principles we can learn from this is Heavenly Father accepts all men and you don't have to have authority to be a Samaritan and to be accepted by the Lord. I think what is bigger is that it is a reminder to give thanks to Heavenly Father for the many blessings he gives us. How often are we given these incredible blessings and we don't even give thanks? We just continue on our way as if we deserve it.

Luke 18:1-8
The parable of the unjust judge:
The principle of this parable is to pray always and not to faint. The unjust judge was not a God-fearing man and because of that did very wicked things and did many people wrong.

Luke 18:9-14
The parable of the Pharisee and the publican:
This parable was not addressed specifically to the Pharisee's or publicans but rather just used their classes because they are so opposite. This parable teaches to all men that they cannot rely on their self-righteousness over God. You need to humble yourselves and stop comparing to others and stop judging.