The Parable of the Mustard Seed is one of Jesus’s Parables of the Kingdom of Heaven, and it is found in Mark Chapter 4. When considering any teaching that deals with the Kingdom of Heaven, it might be a good idea to think of this on multiple levels, including the Kingdom of God that isContinue reading “The Parable of the Mustard Seed”
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Parable of the Watchful Servants
The Parable of the Watchful Servants is found in Luke 12:35-14. This parable is told after the Parable of the Rich Fool. Below is the parable in its entirety, then I will get into my interpretation. In this interpretation, I consider what the coming of Jesus could mean (and I look at this in threeContinue reading “Parable of the Watchful Servants”
The Parable of the Rich Fool
The Parable of the Rich Fool is found in Luke 12:16-21. Below is the parable and surrounding context that provides an explanation of this parable. The meaning seems straightforward, but we will see if there is anything worthwhile to add. 13 And one of the company said unto him, Master, speak to my brother, that heContinue reading “The Parable of the Rich Fool”
Parable of the Moneylender and the Two Debtors
The Parable of the Moneylender, also called the Parable of the Moneylender and Two Debtors or The Parable of the Moneylender who Forgives Unequal Debts, is found in Luke 7. The parable is short, only consisting of two verses. Here is the parable and some surrounding context: 38 And stood at his feet behind him weeping,Continue reading “Parable of the Moneylender and the Two Debtors”
Do Not Sound a Trumpet Before You (Virtue Signal)
Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. 2 Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may haveContinue reading “Do Not Sound a Trumpet Before You (Virtue Signal)”
Murder as Defined by Jesus: Part 3
23 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee; 24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. 25 Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way withContinue reading “Murder as Defined by Jesus: Part 3”
On These Contain All the Law and the Prophets
17 Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. 18 For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. – Matthew 5:17-18 Although weContinue reading “On These Contain All the Law and the Prophets”
For the Glory of the Father in Heaven
14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light so shine before men, that they mayContinue reading “For the Glory of the Father in Heaven”
You Are the Light of the World
14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light so shine before men, that they mayContinue reading “You Are the Light of the World”
You are the Salt of the Earth…Nevertheless, I Have Somewhat Against Thee.
Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. – Matthew 5:13 Christians should have the savor of Christ: to them who live it isContinue reading “You are the Salt of the Earth…Nevertheless, I Have Somewhat Against Thee.”
Jesus Alone 