Jesus compares the Kingdom of heaven to a treasure and a pearl of great price. Both are so valuable they are to be considered acquisitions of a lifetime.
In this parable Jesus teaches that while a friend gives grudgingly, a father gives willingly, and God is our Father.
The familiar parable of the Good Samaritan reminds us that just seeing a need is not enough, appropriate action must follow.
The parable of the sower and the soils teaches us that the condition of your heart will determine what you hear.
We who have received grace are to become distributers of grace by engaging in “good deeds.”
Paul urges all Christians, regardless of age or station in life, to “adorn” the Gospel by developing Christ-like character and conduct that displays his beauty to the world.
The mission of Titus was to find men who will lead the church into a new normal by living an “above reproach” lifestyle and holding to sound doctrine.
Since we cannot comprehend the totality of God’s providential acts, the only proper course of action is to engage life wholeheartedly and even take risks.
Solomon tells us that it all goes back in the box, so stop and ask yourself, "What really matters?" And then make a commitment to live in holy fear of the one who controls time.
While experiencing losses in life is not pleasant, Solomon tells us they can make “the heart better.”