Although we may not long to be holy as much as we long to be hopeful (see last week’s sermon), the way Peter describes holiness in I Peter 1:13-2:3 shows how very beautiful and attractive it is, not only for us but also for everyone around us.
In a surprising parable, Jesus taught his disciples to be shrewd in our money management to produce eternal benefits.
This first parable from Matthew provides the key to understanding all the parables and to entering the kingdom of God.
As opposition grew toward Jesus, he anticipated that it would reach his followers as well and prepare them for how to live.
