In a world full of bad news, we are all wanting to hear good news. What we usually receive is good advice, which is welcome but fails to animate our lives. In Acts 10:34-43, we have an early sermon by Peter, in which he clearly and simple spelled out for us the good news about Jesus.
During a time of peace, God built up his church through the preaching of his word and powerful signs.
Two parables directed against the religious leaders indicated why they would lose their management of the kingdom, and why others would take their place.
In a surprising parable, Jesus taught his disciples to be shrewd in our money management to produce eternal benefits.