“Though treated like an impostor, remain true; though unnamed, be well known; though dying, live; though punished and persecuted, remain loving; though compassionate, continue to rejoice; though poor, make many wealthy; though having nothing, possess the Universe.” ~ Paul (2 Corinthians 6:8-10) In each of the pairings mentioned herein, Paul seems to selflessly focus […]
“If you understand these things, blessed are you while you Do them.” ~ Jesus (John 13:17) This is one of the most important verses in the entire Bible, seeing as how these words form the very Core of Jesus’ entire ministry. Indeed, they are reflected in every single biblical sermon Jesus preached therein (see […]
A little boy wanted to meet God, so he set off to find Him. He knew it was a long trip to where God lived, so he packed his little suitcase with some potato chips, some grapes and a few bottles of spring water. When he had gone about three blocks, he met an old […]
“He entered the synagogue and taught. They were astounded at his teaching, for he taught them as one having Authority.” ~ unknown (Mark 1:21-22) Note first & foremost that the author of Mark does not show Jesus teaching as the authority himself, but rather as one who has authority – i.e. as one exuding […]
“Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed is thy name … Thy Kingdom comes, and thy Will is done on Earth as It is in Heaven … Thanks to You in this moment for today’s sustenance; for forgiving our trespasses even as we continue to forgive those who trespass against us; for leading us not […]