This is a disturbing story where Jesus appears to be rather rude to a need woman. But we see in the end that even crumbs from his hand is sufficient.

Just cos Peter walked in water doesn't mean you should too! Jesus comes to us in our fears. When we come to him we find ourselves sinking until we call out "Lord save me".

Jesus feeds 5000. But this isn't about you bringing your lunch to Jesus to see what he can do. This is about the compassion of our Savior who meets our needs.

No one likes exams! But Paul calls us to examine ourselves to see if we are in the faith. Run these tests and see if you pass or fail....

Saul and Jonathan! One does what seems right and the other obeys in faith. Which are you most like?

Paul is able to arrive in Corinth. What are the expectations of him? Is he after their money? Will he be a major let down? Paul says I will spend all for you, it's all to strengthen and serve you. This should be the attitude of all gospel ministers....

There will always be thorns. Well get poked, we'll bleed and get infected. But his grace is sufficient....

There is a long list of things we could all boast about. But Paul boats in weakness. We're all basket cases and it's in the basket that we find grace....

A bride should be devoted to the groom and not making eyes at the best man! The church should be devoted to Jesus and not deceived by the man in the mask...