Jesus uses an easily understood metaphor to describe the relationship between his disciples and himself. He warns of opposition, too.

Continuing in the dialogue with the religious leaders Jesus tells this parable to show that the Kingdom of God will be taken away from the Jews and others will enter. Jesus is the cornerstone they rejected.

The religious leaders try to trick Jesus with a question but he returns with a question of his own. He tells the parable to show that sinners are entering the Kingdom, having accepted Jesus as Messiah.

Jesus taught this parable to show God's graciousness to even those who do not deserve it. Whoever responds to His call, receives eternal life.

Fasting is discussed with reference to the Old Testament, traditions and present day. Jesus uses images of new and old cloth, and wine skin, to show change from Judaism to Christianity.

At a village wedding in Cana the wine runs out. Jesus did not want to go public at that time but performs the miracle of water to wine, described by John as a sign. Marriage is endorsed. Teaching is given on alcohol.