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.
If a man makes a great claim about himself, he should be ready to present evidence to back up his claim. In John 5:17-47,...
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.
Saul’s two acts of foolishness contrasted with his son’s two acts of faith, and they changed the course of history.