Workers are called to work in God's vineyard, which is a community of grace, for the purpose of producing the new wine that Jesus offered at the wedding at Cana. But our heart in this work? The challenge of the parable is that old hearts cannot...
in grace, our Lord calls us to join the party if the feast of heaven that he alone offers. He does this only with a call to respond ourselves,but also to invite others to the party!
In Jesus 'disciples, we see people of all different temperaments and giftings, but as they grow in knowing him, they reflect different aspects of his grace. As his disciples, so do we.
As we jumping into a New year and a New You, the devil is trying to trip us up. Can these three words from Jesus offer us any weapons to fight back? and, if so, do we have to do it alone?
John the baptist prepared people for Jesus through a baptism of repentance (our work to turn toward God. Baptism into Jesus saving work is very different! Only Jesus provides the power; we but surrender to his grace!
Jesus, God's Son, cam at Christmas, AND the invitations began! First, the shepherds... then the wise men... and then you. It's a time for finding Jesus!
The gift of Jesus is one that comes completely unexpectedly for Joseph. His responses to God's gift not only shows his willing heart, but also reflects God's heart for us.