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What does the Bible say about the parable of the net in Matthew 13?

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The parable of the net illustrates the gathering of individuals into the Kingdom of Heaven, where the good are separated from the wicked at the end of time.

In Matthew 13:47-50, the parable of the net depicts the Kingdom of Heaven as a large net cast into the sea, gathering fish of every kind. When the net is full, good fish are separated from the bad, symbolizing the final judgment where the righteous are distinguished from the wicked. This parable emphasizes that the gospel is intended for all, illustrating God's sovereignty in collecting His elect while also acknowledging the presence of the unconverted within the visible church. The net represents the gospel's outreach, while the sea reflects the world filled with sinners.
Scripture References: Matthew 13:47-50

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Like Unto a Net
Clay Curtis · Sep 4, 2014