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.
Abraham’s example proves that the only way to be right with God is through faith in Jesus Christ, not by works, ritual, law, or...
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.
In our worship service today, we received new members and baptized new believers, two of whom told their stories of becoming Christians. In Romans...