Continuing the theme of the results of faith in Christ, Galatians 5:16-26 lists specific manifestations of the flesh (sinful nature) and of the Holy Spirit. The outward evidence of living by the Holy Spirit is the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
This first parable from Matthew provides the key to understanding all the parables and to entering the kingdom of God.
An overview of the history of redemption, from Genesis to Revelation in four acts
Two stories combine to show how Jesus has power to make people whole again and to call us to believe his words.