“Do you think that I have come to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division.” Luke 12:51 ESVESV Reflection: why are Jesus’ words so divisive? Warning: the following can appear to be a political opinion, but is only meant as an illustration. In a recent speech, the new US vice president […]
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“Stay dressed for action and keep your lamps burning,” Luke 12:35 ESV Reflection: how do you know what your pastor says is true? You don’t have to try very hard to find churches that disagree on pretty fundamental belief principles, such as baptism and marriage. But then, how can we know who is correct? Most
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“Instead, seek his kingdom, and these things will be added to you.” Luke 12:31 ESV Reflection: why does a Christian need to seek the kingdom of God? We have for decades wondered why our taxes have been going up, yet the quality of many government services, including healthcare and education, seem to be continually getting
“If you then are not able to do the least, why are you anxious for the rest?” Luke 12:26 NKJV Reflection: what is your impression of Jesus – did he have any humor, or was he serious all the time? Have you ever been around someone that is clever at making puns? For those not
“Someone in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.”” Luke 12:13 ESV Reflection: what is the inheritance for God’s children, kept in heaven? Inheritance is a timeless and interesting topic, and is the subject Jesus is using to make an important point about life. Let’s think
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“Nothing is covered up that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known. Therefore whatever you have said in the dark shall be heard in the light, and what you have whispered in private rooms shall be proclaimed on the housetops.” Luke 12:2-3 ESV. Reflection: are you living with a secret? As
