What can Mustard and Yeast tell us about the Kingdom of God?

Matters that are neither important nor impressive are brushed off and dubbed small potatoes. Small potatoes can appear small and insignificant. But one ought never to judge things according to their appearance. Small things possess great potential. Dripping water over time can cut channels into granite.   The mustard seed is something small with great … Continue reading What can Mustard and Yeast tell us about the Kingdom of God?

What Does it Mean to Repent?

Back in Jesus’ day there were conversations about the tragic falling of the Siloam tower in Jerusalem which ended eighteen lives. Another happening discussed concerned the Galileans who were pilgrimaging to Jerusalem but were apprehended and executed by Pilate.[1] The question inevitably came up: Did these people perish because of some sin each one of … Continue reading What Does it Mean to Repent?

Three Stories About the Return of the Lord from Luke 12:35-48

Reflecting upon past events could be used to examine past mistakes to avoid repeating them in the future. However, I also believe there is benefit in looking prospectively at life to organize present activities in anticipation for things to come. What is to come? The blessed hope of Jesus Christ’s return. This blog will explore … Continue reading Three Stories About the Return of the Lord from Luke 12:35-48

Learning About the Kingdom of God from a Rich Fool and the Carefree Life of Flowers and Birds in Luke 12

Jesus Christ invites us on a quest to the kingdom of God. The trick is that we have all wandered off in the opposite direction. This wandering off winds up being the search to for self-satisfaction. A full stomach, a comfortable and safe place to stay, nice attire, and internal bliss. No worries. No mental … Continue reading Learning About the Kingdom of God from a Rich Fool and the Carefree Life of Flowers and Birds in Luke 12

A Look at the Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit and the Holy Spirit in Testimonial

James Tissot, Woe unto You, Scribes and Pharisees, Brooklyn Museum Confession of the Christ is set in antithesis to the blasphemy of the Holy Spirit in Luke 12:8-12. This passage delves into Jesus’ teaching on the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit and the contrasting power of giving testimony under the influence of the Holy Spirit. … Continue reading A Look at the Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit and the Holy Spirit in Testimonial