In chapter 18 of Matthew’s gospel, Jesus has just begun to correct the disciples as they struggle to grasp a kingdom mindset. They are quibbling over who will be “first” in heaven, who will have the most honorable seat at the table. Jesus begins by first challenging their notions about God’s love, illustrating how the [...]

Now a man came up to Jesus and asked, “Teacher, what good thing must I do to get eternal life?”  “Why do you ask me about what is good?”  Jesus replied.  There is only One who is good.  If you want to enter life, obey the commandments.”  “Which ones?” the man inquired.  Jesus replied, ” [...]

Today, I want to point out a passage of scripture that could go easily overlooked – but is important as it addresses the importance of our time, and serving God now rather than later. While you read ask yourself: Am I living for God today, or postponing commitment? Do you value where you are in [...]

Peter asked, “Lord, is this illustration just for us or for everyone?” And the Lord replied, “I’m talking to any faithful, sensible servant to whom the master gives the responsibility of managing his household and feeding his family. If the master returns and finds that the servant has done a good job, there will be [...]

Prayer… If we won’t commit our time to prayer, it is unlikely we will commit our time to serve people. Or if we do, the service will be from a wrong intention – trying to check something off a daily “to do” list. God designed us to serve out of the overflow of a heart [...]