Bring your family into God's family

This week, Jesus exposes the folly of worry, even when faced with the prospect of having a seeming shortage of resources. When it seems we lack providence or protection for our daily lives, it can be hard to avoid worry. So, Jesus asks us to give our undivided attention to him, that he might take […]

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Jesus said, “Few things are needed – or indeed only one.” We might object, because there seems to be more than one true need. We need water, food, clothing, shelter, friendship, etc. Yet, what Jesus said is true. Because only one thing — the gospel — can create and sustain the faith that makes one […]

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In recent weeks we learned that everyone who has seen the grace of God will, whenever the opportunity arises, serve as a witness for Christ. However, Scripture teaches that there is also a need for individuals for whom gospel proclamation is their full-time focus. There are many different terms for these workers: shepherds, pastors, teachers, […]

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There are two different types of followers in the Church: the half-hearted and the committed. Jesus wants followers who love him above ALL things, who would be willing to leave everything else behind if necessary to be with him. We don’t have it inside us to produce that level of commitment, but in the Gospel, […]

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