We refuse to forgive. We hang onto our hurt. We demand “justice.” Jesus tells a parable about unforgiveness that shocked his hearers and jolts us also. When we refuse to forgive we miss out on experiencing God’s great forgiveness. Jesus invites us to...

We sometimes wonder, why doesn’t God show up more dramatically? Jesus tells us a parable of soils and seeds that remind us of the importance of the inner life. He calls us to have hearts that are open and accepting and ready to obey what God speaks to us.

This parable calls us to stand in solidarity with the vulnerable. The theme of justice is woven through this parable (v. 3,5,7). We are to persevere in prayer and work to end injustice in our world. God is looking for faithfulness from His people (v. 8).

Jesus teaches us that we are all building our lives. Each day we choose to build our character. Our soul. And the storms of this world will come against us. No one is exempt. The challenge from Jesus is examine our foundation.

God is throwing a lavish party and He’s invited all people. Jesus tells a parable whereby guests rejected the invitation making all sorts of lame excuses. Jesus shocks the audience with who does get invited instead. Only the needy and those who come...

Why is change in our lives sometimes so s-l-o-w? Why does God not eradicate evil if He is all-powerful? The parable of the wheat and the weeds reminds us of God’s incredible patience. In the midst of church being a messy place, we can be patient with...

We love stories of finding treasure. Jesus tells two quick parables about treasure-seekers. One who stumbles upon treasure and the other who diligently seeks after it. Both sell everything to claim this treasure. In light of Jesus incredible sacrifice...

What if an outsider came and observed us and asked pertinent questions? What would those findings reveal about what we value and what our strengths and weaknesses are? Today that ‘outsider,’ Ainsley Kensall, shares her results and how Genesis 1:27 can...

Jesus’ message was a revolutionary one that sought to radically transform our individual lives, our relationships, and society as a whole. Midrashim is the discovery of new interpretations of biblical texts helping us to see Jesus’ words in their...

Waiting. So much of life consists of waiting. We see in today’s text the song of a waiter. Someone who waited a really long time. Like Simeon, we too can become the people God wants us to during our times of waiting and do the things God tells us to do.