What would have to happen before you could finally feel secure? More money? Less debt? A permanent job? A paid-off house? Enough in retirement that the numbers stop running through your head at two in … Read More
When Grace Doesn’t Add Up – Matthew 19:27 – 20:16
What happens when God’s generosity doesn’t feel fair? This week, we’re looking at Jesus’ parable of the workers in the vineyard, a story that presses right into the part of us that loves grace in … Read More
Foundation Inspection – Matthew 7:24-27 (Luke 6:46-49)
The parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders calls us to examine what our lives are truly built on. This story challenges us to move beyond simply hearing Jesus’ teaching and to build a resilient … Read More
The Cure for Self-Centred Spirituality – Luke 18:9-14
In the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, Jesus confronts the danger of a spirituality that trusts in itself while looking down on others. It is an invitation to lay down pride and … Read More
The Good Samaritan – Luke 10:25-37
Everybody knows the Good Samaritan – or we think we do. A guy gets hurt, a couple of religious people walk by, the unexpected guy stops – and the takeaway is, basically – don’t be … Read More
Stories That See You Through – Series Opener: “He Gave Us Stories”
Most of us think we know the parables. The prodigal son. The good Samaritan. We’ve heard them so many times that the edges have gone soft. But here’s what’s key: Jesus told these stories exactly … Read More