In Matthew 23, Jesus exposes the false teaching of the Pharisees and scribes of His day; He holds nothing back as He rebukes them for leading God’s people astray. There’s no mistaking how serious He takes their behavior, as it has eternal consequences for the people who are under their leadership and authority. He calls …
Are You Wearing Your Wedding Garments?
How would you feel if you planned a fancy dinner for a large number of your family and friends, but no one showed up? You sent out personal invitations, prepared a wonderful meal, decorated your house, and purchased gifts for each person invited. When everything was ready, you waited by the door with anticipation of …
The Risk Of Human Reasoning
Let’s see a show of hands. How many of us were warned against certain behaviors or decisions but made a conscious choice to ignore the good counsel of others and do it anyway? Since we all share human DNA, my guess is that everyone could raise their hand. Why is this? What is it about …
The Upside-Down World of Jesus
Scripture never fails to speak to present-day realities. We’re living in a time when Bible knowledge among the general public is diminishing. More and more, those who put faith and try to live by its treasured words are seen as ignorant. We’re told we’re not “woke,” that we’re living in the past and believing in …
Jesus Loves The Little Children
Has anyone ever told you the Bible is irrelevant? That it contains a few good stories with moral lessons but isn’t really significant to our world and how we live today? Anyone who thinks that obviously hasn’t read it very much. In Matthew 18, Jesus covers three topics that are real-life issues applicable to every …
The Way Of The Word 