The Rich man thought he was good enough for heave. We are only good enough for heaven through Christ.

The Pharisees and disciples tried to find a loophole in God;'s law and gift. We also try to find loopholes. The answer isn't found in loopholes, it is found in Christ.

The people of God complain, but the Lord is patient.

Jesus calls on disciples to recognize that greatness is found in serving. We serve because we have been served by Him.

God calls us to be impartial as He is impartial. This is one of God's most difficult demands.

Our good works witness to the world around us that God, is gracious, compassionate and just. They also point to God as one who is near and is active.

This text about husbands and wives is about our relationship with the Lord.

Many disciples left, but at least 12 remained, Why? It is the same reason that we continue as His disciples. We have been drawn by the Father to understand that Jesus alone offers eternal life.

God ministers to Elijah in his despair. The Lord ministers to us in our discouragement.

God provides for His people to test to see if they will follow His word and so that they will recognize Him as their Lord loving Savior.