In our summer sermon series on some of Jesus’ parables, we start with The Parable of the Sower (or Soils) in Mark 4:1-20. This one is especially helpful, because it includes Jesus’ explanation of the purpose of parables. It also includes his interpretation of the parable but with some key elements missing. As it turns out, Jesus pointed to the secret that will unlock all the parables for us, but only if we have ears to hear.
In Ruth 4, we come to the conclusion of the story of Ruth. However, the author has several surprises in store for us readers...
In a brief burst of practical instructions, we learn how to treat church leaders, other church numbers, and everyone else.
Probably the most difficult of Jesus' commands is for his disciples to love our enemies, following what he already did for his enemies to...