Do you ever worry that what you give just won’t be enough to make a difference? The Apostles surely had that same concern. In Matthew 14:15-20, they must have worried, “Will it be enough? How can 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish possibly feed thousands?” But here we have yet another example of Jesus […]
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Parable, Parable, a lot of Parables
This past Sunday, Jesus proposed parable. We know Jesus used a lot of parables to teach. Scholars argue – that’s what they do – but they estimate a range of between 30 and 50 parables in the Gospels. This particular one is the parable of the Mustard seed in Matthew 13. He tells us that […]
What’s the Point of Giving?
Does this thought resonate with you, “The needs are so great, my meager donation won’t make a dent. So, what’s the point of giving?” Frankly, this illumines one of the great advantages of being a part of a church. The mission of the Church is to glorify God and continue the earthly ministry of Jesus […]
The Giving is Easy
∼Summertime…and the giving is easy∼ Doesn’t it seem that we are constantly asked to give? Every organization, every good cause, and yes, the Church are always in need of funds. And being asked to give is good. Because giving is part and parcel to who we are as Christians. Giving is easy. Our giving is […]
He Gives
This Most Holy Trinity Sunday we read what is probably the most famous verse in the Bible – John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gives his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life.” How awesome the gift of eternal life! I can’t hardly […]