Jesus lived in difficult times among people who were spiritually blind and deaf. He preached about the kingdom of heaven, He performed miracles, but the people failed to perceive Him to be Israel’s long awaited Messiah. This sin would bring upon them certain divine judgment. Jesus then confronts them on this matter with the following … Continue reading A Wedding Story
All Things Possible
“The things that are impossible with people are possible with God” (Luke 18:27, NASB).Can people change? Will my life always be as it always has been? A rich man once asked Jesus, “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” (Luke 18:18) The Lord answered the question in accordance to His Jewish heritage, He reminded … Continue reading All Things Possible
The Vineyard War
Jesus’ parables have a shrewdness, which made them highly effective in communicating extremely controversial messages. The parable of the landowner facing off against wicked tenants is a prime example. It is unmistakably a powerful condemnation to a sinful religious establishment in the spirit of the ancient prophets. The Lord tells the following story:There was a … Continue reading The Vineyard War
The First Last the Last First
The first will be last and the last will be first. That is the paradox of God’s kingdom, which makes it like no other. It is a kingdom worth giving up everything for, yet all its wealth and glory is received by grace. It is a pearl of great price. On the other hand, it … Continue reading The First Last the Last First
Reward
Seeing a certain rich man walk away from Christ on account of his allegiance to the almighty dollar, Peter then asks, “Behold, we have left everything and followed You; what then will there be for us?” (19:27). He did leave behind his boat and fishing nets to be yoked together with a Rabbi. Was he … Continue reading Reward
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