The expression, “the body of Christ,” has become such a common name for the church that we may not reflect upon what it means for the life of the church. In 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, we have the most complete explanation of the similarity between the human body and the church. Both the human body and the church are unities made up of many diverse members. Therefore, the church needs all of its members, and the members need to function as a unity.
Jesus told more parables to show that the kingdom of God is free to enter but demands everything.
In Daniel 2, a problem arose because of the absence of the gods among humans, but the true God showed himself through a human.
King Nebuchadnezzar exited the scene with an important lesson for all of us about who is the real King.