From what sources did Christ usually draw His parables?

Answer

From nature and from every-day experiences.

At His birth, what message did the angel bring to the shepherds abiding in the field?
To what did the ordinances pertain that were thus abolished?
Under what figure was the Christian church represented to the Apostle John?
What did the bishops determine to do?
What becomes of man's thoughts at death?
What work constitutes the fast most acceptable to God?
27. What wonderful promises are made to those who thus minister to the wants and distresses of others?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle