Theme of the Day: On Useful Resources Money. Possessions. Perhaps more than anything else, those things have the power to turn our attention away from what is truly important. It is no surprise, therefore, that Jesus frequently teaches about wealth. Christ wants us to understand that it is our heavenly Father who provides us with […]

Theme of the Day: On The Privilege And Purpose Of Prayer In a sense, prayer comes naturally to us. We want so we ask. We hurt so we cry out. We are frustrated so we vent. We are blessed so we give thanks. What does not come naturally, however, is a proper understanding of the […]

Theme of the Day: On The One Thing Needed We might object to Jesus’ words. There seems to be more than one true need. We need water, food, clothing, shelter, friendship, etc. Yet, what Jesus said is true. Because only one thing—the gospel—can create and sustain the faith that makes one God’s dear child and […]

Theme of the Day: On A Neighbor In Need We tend to think of distraction and focus as opposites. If someone is focused, they are not easily distracted. If someone is focused, every decision is calculated. Apart from Christ that type of focus spells disaster for our neighbor. We may dismiss the needs of our […]