Jesus used simple illustrations to teach deep spiritual lessons. However, only humble ones seek to understand and apply the lessons he taught. (Mt 13:10-15) For each of the Kingdom illustrations, answer the following questions: How can I benefit from this illustration? How should it affect my life?

• “a mustard grain.”​—Mt 13:31, 32; w14 12/15 8 ¶9.

• “leaven.”​—Mt 13:33; w14 12/15 9-10 ¶14-15.

• “a treasure” and “a traveling merchant.”​—Mt 13:44-46; w14 12/15 10 ¶18.