In the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30 and in the two preceding parables, Jesus prepared his followers for his absence. He wanted us to know what to do until he returns, even if he delays a long time. As it turns out, he didn’t ask all of us to do great things, but he does expect us to do something with what he had given us. However, before we do something for him, we first need to grasp what he has already done for us.
Although Christians will grieve the loss of loved ones, we have two solid reasons for hope.
1 Samuel ends on a sad but hopeful note with Saul killed and David waiting in the wings, but even David and the rest...
The detailed instructions for the construction of the Tent of Meeting held important lessons for Israel and also for us today.
