The parable of the lost sheep is used in both Luke and Matthew, but to different conclusions. The what and why of the same parable to two conclusions.
A precursor to studying the parable of the Tower and the Kings. Count the cost. But what does that really mean?
A look into a few key names of God, that are the name of the baby in the manger.
Parable of the 2 debtors and the repentant prostitute.
Applying the parable of the 2 builders to the church collectively. (Luke 6:46-49
Last week we looked at the literal reality of building ancient houses. That was Jesus' illustration, this episode explores the meaning.
Looking into the world of ancient Israel and what Jesus was referring to in building houses on sand or stone.
The parable is just the start, understanding the parable of the good gift in context of what Luke places before and after it. Luke 11:1-28.
Part 1 in the parable of the good gift. Luke 11:5-13. Starting with God's idea of good, in His good gifts. canaancommunity.org
Is there such a thing as Godly Unforgiveness? This is the perspective Jesus gives. Matthew 18:15-35, parable of the unforgiving servant. canaancommunity.org
Making sense of the conclusion to the parable. Matthew 7:1-6. canaancommunity.org
The parable of the speck and beam, Matthew 7:1-6. Continuing in the qualities of "right judgment." How many specks in a beam? canaancommunity.org
Dealing with the parable of the speck and the beam. What was Jesus telling us about spiritual life? Does judgment have a place? Here's an introductory look into the parable. (Oh yeah, and the worst joke ever, from a pulpit!) canaancommunity.org
The conclusion of the parable Matthew 25:14-30, with a tie to the Book of Daniel! canaancommunity.org
From precious resources to good and faithful servants. Here's what's going on. Matthew 25:14-30. canaancommunity.org
A look at the precious resources as Jesus illustrates the parable of Matthew 25:14-30. canaancommunity.org
Word 22: Should nonbelievers attend church? Absolute yes! But never do that. ~What makes the answer a big yes, and equally big no. canaancommunity.org
You can trust God, but can God trust you? A look into the parable of the servants, the Biblical concept of -God's wealth- and what it means to be a faithful servant... or not!
A passage seldom studied. Matthew 13:51-52. The conclusion of the Matthew 13 parables- new and old for the kingdom of heaven. canaancommunity.org
Jesus answers the scribe's questions in 3 layers of truth, even as he has the man answer for himself. Truly an "only Jesus" moment! canaancommunity.org