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.
As David’s covenant with David held firm through difficult times, so God’s covenant with us keeps us throughout our lives.
In fulfillment of the Old Testament scriptures, Jesus died, was raised, and was taken up to God’s right hand, where he lives to represent...
One of the most familiar of Jesus’ parables is the Good Samaritan, found only in Luke 10:25-37. Jesus told the parable in a conversation...