Jesus did not give the parables to teach us how to live. He gave them, I believe, to correct our notions about who God is and who God loves.
In the book "What's So Amazing About Grace?" by Philip Yancey, the author emphasizes that Jesus's parables were not primarily meant to instruct us on moral behavior or how to live our lives. Instead, their main purpose was to reshape our understanding of God's true nature and His love for humanity.
Yancey suggests that through parables, Jesus aimed to challenge common misconceptions about God, presenting a more compassionate and loving image. The focus is on correcting our views about God's character and His unconditional love for everyone.
