Luke 7:50 … To GO in Peace (11/30/16)

“Your Faith has saved you – Go in Peace.” ~ Jesus (Luke 7:50)   So often the poor and the maimed and the ill came to Jesus to be healed, and every single time he told them that he had nothing at all to do with their subsequent wellness (see Matthew 8:5-13, Mark 5:34, Mark […]

Matthew 5:27-28 … on lust & LOVE (11/30/13)

“Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way: When his mother Mary had been engaged to Joseph, but before they lived together, she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit*” ~ Matthew 1:18 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Do not commit adultery.’ And yet I say to […]

The most delicious Fruit … (11/30/16)

Matthew 18:21-22 … Seventy times Seven times (11/29/16)

“‘Lord, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?’ And Jesus said to him: ‘Not a mere seven times, but … seventy times seven times [shall you forgive].’” ~ Jesus (Matthew 18:21-22)   This passage has been traditionally interpreted to mean that we are to forgive others frequently (especially our friends), and that […]

A dust-free Heart … (11/29/16)

Matthew 19:21 … the real “Black Friday” (11/29/13)

“If you wish to be perfect, then go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and then you will have treasure in Heaven” ~ Jesus Christ (Matthew 19:21) This particular Bible verse is quite appropriate for Black Friday, and yet not for the reason most of you might assume. You see, the most ancient […]

A missed Opportunity … (11/28/2021)

1 John 2:6 … To abide in Him (11/28/16)

“Whoever says ‘I abide in Him’ must walk just as He walked.” ~ unknown (1 John 2:6)   And how did Jesus walk?  He walked humbly (Mark 10:18 + Matthew 23:12) – and he walked selflessly (Matthew 4:1-10 + John 6:15) – and he walked courageously (Luke 9:22 + Luke 24:7 + Matthew 5:40-44) – […]

LOVE: the only Light worth shining … (11/28/16)

How to (re)enter the Kingdom … (11/27/2020)

Alive & well on Earth … (11/27/2022)