The students will be able to explain that forgiveness is extended to all, and when God forgives sin He forgives much. When they have been forgiven by the Lord, there should be much love in their hearts for Him.

The students will be able to explain that to hear, to understand, and to bring forth fruit are the evidences of having a receptive heart. The lesson demonstrates that the individual has control of the receptivity of his heart.

The students will be able to explain that importunity in prayer will bring an answer. It is important that we do not become discouraged though there may be no evidence of an answer until it is given.

The students will be able to explain that this account of Christ’s birth records an actual event which altered the course of history. Every detail of this miraculous event was God-directed and a part of God's plan for the redemption of mankind.

The students will be able to explain that we must be ready for the Lord's return or suffer the consequences. They will be able to describe what is required in order to be ready.

The students will be able to explain that the Lord expects fruit from our lives. Though He may postpone judgment, the time will come when those who do not bear fruit will be eternally punished.

The students will be able to tell that God is displeased with self-exaltation, but He will honor those who honor Him and maintain a humble spirit in their attitude toward others.

The students will be able to explain that although many people make excuses for not serving God, no excuse will stand under the scrutiny of the Almighty. If we persist in excusing ourselves, others will assume our responsibilities and ultimately receive our reward.

The students will be able to explain that God is vitally concerned about one who goes astray, and that His mercy will extend to any length to restore one into the fold.

The students will be able to explain how the parable of the prodigal son depicts the spiritual condition of many people today. They should be able to parallel the forgiveness the prodigal son received when he admitted his need, to the forgiveness a sinner finds when he returns to God.

The students will be able to explain that the time is coming when we shall be called to give an account before God concerning the use we have made of the good things with which He has entrusted us.

The students will be able to explain the parallel between the rejection of the master's son by the husbandmen to the rejection of Christ by the majority of people in the world today. They will also relate what the end result will be of those who turn Christ aside.

The students will review the past twelve lessons and be able to explain how Christ's parables illustrate many vital points relating to salvation and spiritual growth.