Pride Stands in the Way of Teaching.

Mark 4:34
34 He did not say anything to them without using a parable. But when he was alone with his own disciples, he explained everything.

Have you ever noticed how the New Testament of the Bible is laden with metaphorical stories called parables? You see, Jesus isn't able to pull us aside like a parent would do with a child. Instead, he explains them through parables. A parable contains information about the lives of others; they often set the expectations that God has for us and allows to evaluate who we really are.

It's through these parables that we can learn a lot about who we are. Do you have trouble criticizing or acknowledging your own faults? Jesus helps reveal to us what we have within us so that he can work his wonders in us.

The problem that many of us have is the notion that "Oh, I understand myself." Contrary to popular belief, the only one who completely understands us is God. Often our pride is what curses us. Jesus can't teach us when we're conceited and full of pride. God promises to clear us from our thoughtless actions and desires.