📘 Mark 4:30 He said, "How will we liken God's Kingdom? Or with what parable will we illustrate it?"" Jesus used over 30 parables to teach about the Kingdom of Heaven. The images and symbols were often colorful and memorable. Just as often, the disciples were puzzled by them and asked Jesus to explain. Rick Hoover takes a slow, thoughtful tour through the symbols and their themes. You'll find extra insights into the Kingdom of Heaven, where it is like things that are familiar in every day life - and where it is quite different!