The Temptation of Prosperity
Lot was tempted by the well-watered valley of the Jordan, and he pitched his tent “as far as Sodom.” Are you tempted by the world and its promises of prosperity?
Giving Your First Fruits
How does the giving of the first fruits in the Old Testament correspond to us?
Sin is Never Satisfied
Sin is always hungry for more. It wants more territory. Repentance cuts it off.
In Over Your Head
The Lord ensures that our growth as His disciples comes by being dependent on Him.
Unbelief
What we see happening here in Nazareth is just a microcosm of what’s happening in our world, and in our communities (and would happen in our own hearts, if sin could have its way).
Jesus’ Heart toward Sufferers
Why hasn’t the Lord done what you’ve been praying for? Will He? Does He even see your problem? You might find something encouraging from this story.
Jesus Delivers from Darkness
Satan is still at work in our world, but Jesus has ultimate power.
Who Then Is This?
Like those first disciples, we are also prone to fear when we forget who Jesus is, His ways, His power, and His concern for us.
How God Grows His Kingdom
Through this parable, Jesus promises that God WILL grow His Kingdom. It may be difficult to see with our natural eyes, but we trust that it WILL happen according to His plan and timing.
Lights and Measuring Cups
Are your ears open to hear what Jesus is saying?