From what sources did Christ usually draw His parables?

Answer

From nature and from every-day experiences.

Before His birth, what did the angel say to Joseph concerning the naming of the child?
With what words do the Scriptures conclude the record of Christ's early life?
Through Christ, what has been opened to the house of David?
What were to be the signs on earth of Christ's coming?
In what words will their triumph over death and the grave be expressed?
When our friends fall asleep in death, with what words are we told to comfort one another?
How enduring is this kingdom to be?

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