It is hard to imagine what the world would be like without Saul of Tarsus (the apostle Paul), but it would have been harder to imagine that such a violent persecutor of Christians would become a Christian and a missionary. His conversion and call, recorded in Acts 9:1-22, teach us not to despair of anyone or of ourselves, because God’s grace is sufficient for them and for us.
Once Jesus ascended on high, he sent the Father's promised Spirit to light up the church and empower her for her mission.
Even though his people grumbled and quarreled, the Lord satisfied their needs at his own expense.
The parable of the workers in the vineyard reminds us that entering the kingdom of God is not about our work but God’s generosity.
