One of the most amazing things about Jesus is that he not only came and died for us but before that, he took the time to understand us. Before he even started his ministry, he spent thirty years just living, understanding the human experience. He was tempted in every way we are, so he understands […]
A Shepherd’s Tale
There I was, propped up against a rock in the middle of a field, trying to stay awake at least enough to keep track of the sheep. It had been a long day. We saw a lion to the east and had to steer the flock closer to Bethlehem so it didn’t cause any trouble. […]
That’s My Voice
“Crucify!” I heard myself shouting along with the crowd. We stood before the governor’s palace as he presented this man, Jesus, to the sea of accusers. I didn’t know what exactly he had done, but I knew that he had caused a great uproar with the people. As Pilate washed his hands a shout rose […]
The Church and the World
In 1 Corinthians 5, Paul addresses a rather sensitive and oft-avoided topic in the church. In this chapter, he discusses the issues of immorality in the church, excommunication, and the difference between those in the church and those outside of it. Let’s read the beginning of the chapter and dive into its meaning: “It is […]
The Rich Young Ruler
“And a ruler asked him, ‘Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?’ And Jesus said to him, ‘Why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone.You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, Do not murder, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honor your father and […]
The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved
“When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, ‘Woman, behold, your son!’” – John 19:26 The disciple Jesus loved. For those of you who don’t know, this phrase is referring to John… in the book of John. Now, some critics have used this to point out […]
The Sick
I have a story to tell you. It begins in Israel beside the sea. Jesus was teaching the people, helping them to grow in understanding. As he was walking along, he saw a man named Levi sitting at a tax booth. Jesus called him, and he followed him. Later in time, Jesus was eating a […]
He Is Risen!
In the greatest love story of all time, Jesus sacrificed himself for us so that we could spend eternity with him. He died, and was buried so that we might live. But don’t ever forget, he didn’t stay there. “Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen.” […]
The Parable of the Prodigal Son
There was a man with two sons. The youngest of them said to his father,”Father, give me my share of inheritance to me.” The father did. A few days later, the younger son gathered his belongings and journeyed to a far off country. When he was there, he wasted his property in reckless […]
The Story of John the Baptist
John the baptist was Jesus’ cousin. John preached to the people about the coming of christ Jesus.John survived in the desert eating locusts and wild honey. Every day John preached of Jesus and baptized people in the river Jordan.One day,while John was preaching, he saw Jesus coming by and said “Behold!The lamb of God who takes […]