Sep 12, 2017 | Word Among Us
The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure buried in a field Who would expect to find a treasure chest in an ordinary field? Probably nobody. We might expect to find rocks, plants, a few squirrels, or maybe an empty soda can—but not treasure. Of course, Jesus is not...
Sep 11, 2017 | Word Among Us
The seed sown on rich soil is the one who hears the word and understands it. For nearly a century, Sherlock Holmes has been renowned for his extraordinary powers of deduction. In the story “A Scandal in Bohemia,” we see what sets him apart. At one point, Holmes asks...
Sep 11, 2017 | Quote of the Week
“We are afraid to care too much, for fear that the other person does not care at all.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
Sep 8, 2017 | Word Among Us
It is easy to think that hearing God’s voice is beyond us. Moses heard it. Peter, James, and John heard it, and so did Paul. But not many “ordinary folks” claim to hear God. That could lead us to conclude that it is only for a select few saints. Or we may think...
Sep 7, 2017 | Word Among Us
Gift A gift can reveal a lot about the character of the one giving it. Think, for instance, of the grandmother who picks out the “perfect” birthday gift for you. The gift is wonderful, but even better is the effort your grandmother put into finding it. Manna, the...
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