The Shy Gentile Centurion from Capernaum
[1] After he had finished all his sayings in the hearing of the people, he entered Capernaum. [2] Now a centurion had a servant who was...
Knowing Jesus and then Knowing Him More
When these stories were told, they were retold and retold and commented upon and retold. That is why the Gospel of Luke is a little...
What Jesus Was Talking About in the House on the Rock Parable
“Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you? Everyone who comes to me and hears my words and does them, I will...
How Jesus Taught and Changed the World
A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher. Why do you see the speck that is in...
How that Whole “Do Not Judge” Business Works
“Do not judge, and you will not be judged; do not condemn, and you will not be condemned; forgive, and you will be forgiven. Give,...
To Follow Jesus is to Be Merciful
[31] And as you wish that others would do to you, do so to them. [32] “If you love those who love you, what benefit is that to you?...
What the Bible Says About Love for Your Enemies
But I say to you who are listening: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who...
How to Love Your Enemies, Do Good to Those that Hurt You, Etc.
But I say to you who hear, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you....
Go After What You Really Want
“Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Luke 6:21 “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you shall be...