Disorderly members can wreck a church, but a firm and loving response by other members can save them and the church.
This first parable from Matthew provides the key to understanding all the parables and to entering the kingdom of God.
In two more cities, Paul and Barnabas preached the gospel boldly, which resulted in many new believers and violent opposition.
Daniel’s three friends preferred to die rather than renounce their faith, knowing that God would be with them no matter what.
