Leviticus 19:18 wasn’t just about legalistic definitions; it was about embodying God’s character in relationships. By asking for a definition of “neighbor,” the lawyer revealed a heart more concerned with boundaries than with love.  Read More

Most people are familiar with the Good Samaritan story. We'd call it a story about treating others as you would want to be treated. The Golden Rule. But that’s not the lesson at all. It’s actually a lesson about how, sometimes, we need to break cultural rules and laws if we want an Eternal Life in the Kingdom of God.  Read More

We’re stepping into one of the most profound moments in Jesus’ ministry It’s a passage filled with lessons about mission, rejection, authority, and joy…. the cosmic vision of Satan falling from heaven. Lot’s going on in this week’s readings that is intended to remind us of the power of God’s Kingdom.  Read More

God's abundance often shows up in unexpected ways: peace in the midst of chaos, strength when we feel weak, or relationships that enrich our lives. Many/most of the time... we overlook these blessings because we’re focused on what we lack.  Read More

We live in a world that often tells us to focus on what we lack: not enough time, not enough resources, not enough strength. But God calls us to see things differently. He asks us to bring what we have, however small it may seem, and trust Him to multiply it.   Read More

Does anyone remember this comedy sketch? Lucy and Ethel are working on a candy conveyor belt and become overwhelmed by the speed at which the candy is arriving. They can’t keep up, so they start eating the candy and stuffing it into their dresses to hide it. I think the disciples feel a little overwhelmed today!  Read More

The crowd that followed Jesus wasn’t small—it was massive. Luke’s account mentions 5,000 men, but that was just the headcount for males, which was customary for the time. When you include women and children, the total could have easily been 15,000–20,000 people. That’s like a packed sports arena showing up in the middle of nowhere!  Read More

In our world, we rush from one task to the next, thinking rest is something we’ll get to later. But Jesus shows us that rest is essential. It’s in those quiet moments with Him that we find the strength to keep going.  Read More

Jesus didn’t send the disciples out aimlessly—He gave them a clear purpose. They were to proclaim the kingdom of God, heal the sick, and bring hope to the hurting. Their mission was rooted in God’s plan for redemption, a plan that continues through us today.  Read More

If you think about it, the disciples went out to proclaim the kingdom of God and heal the sick, demonstrating the reality of God’s power and love. I mean - c'mon - they could heal the sick. We'd have a cult following if we tried that out. But that was/is not the point.  Read More

In America, we have difficulty with the customs of other nations, such as when they are mandated by cultural laws to take care of a complete stranger. In the story today, it is important to understand that Hospitality was a cornerstone of Jewish culture.  Read More

In today’s world, where self-sufficiency and preparation are highly valued, the idea of relying entirely on God can feel foreign. Yet, the call to trust Him remains the same.  Read More