Isn’t it interesting how much time and attention we give to what we wear? We spend a lot of money and energy on our physical appearance. I wonder if we give as much consideration to how we appear spiritually, both to God and to the world around us? One of my favorite shows used to …
When Will The Rapture Occur?
Reading through Mark 13 multiple times this week reignites my interest in eschatology. That’s just a big word meaning the theology and doctrines of the last days. As a follower of Jesus, I believe the Bible is clear that God has a plan for humanity that had a beginning and an end, and that this …
Could Jesus Return Today?
Mark 13 is a parallel passage to Matthew 24, where Jesus reveals a lot of information about the coming end of the age of grace and His return as a conquering, victorious ruler. Could he return today? Is there anything left to be done according to scripture before these events begin their final countdown? Mark …
How’s Your Vineyard?
Much of Jesus’ teaching during His earthly ministry was presented in parables. You might think He chose this method to make things clearer, but the scriptures give a different reason. When His disciples asked, “Why do you speak to them in parables?” Jesus said it was not to make His words more understandable but to …
Is There Fruit Under Your Leaves?
Mark 12 contains four events over a three-day period that seem disconnected from one another, but if we look at them carefully, there is a singular takeaway for us. On the first day, Jesus approaches Jerusalem and sends two disciples ahead of Him to secure the use of a colt on which no one has …