Every once in a while there comes along an opportunity that is so fabulous that it is too good to pass up. However, such opportunities often require us to give up all our other options and put all our eggs in one basket. In Matthew 13:44-46, Jesus told two very short parables about the kingdom of heaven. In each parable, a man seized a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, giving up everything for the sake of gaining very much more.
Reflections on the seven sayings that Jesus spoke from the Cross.
The chief priest could not control his wicked sons, so God removed them all and raised up the one who could intercede between humans...
Since the early days of the church, people have tried to deny the Incarnation and still call themselves Christians. The little letter of 2...