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.
In three related episodes, Jesus demonstrated his authority to forgive our sins.
Paul continued to praise God for the benefits believers receive because of the sacrifice of the Son.
Just like us, the people of Jesus’ day spent much of their time laboring for things that perish. Just like us, they often found...