The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree offers a sobering call to repentance, revealing God’s righteous expectations and the limits of His patience toward unfruitful Israel.
Bible Themes and Doctrines
Nathan’s parable was more than just a story—it was a masterful rebuke that forced David to see his own sin. By using a vivid illustration, Nathan led Israel’s greatest king to the place of repentance, demonstrating that no one is beyond God’s judgment—or His mercy.