Christ calls us to life-giving rhythms of work and rest.

The story of John's martyrdom, set inside the story of the successful mission by the Twelve, assures us that God is at work––and is winning the victory––even in the worst of times.

Jesus comes to bless us with his presence, and we must choose whether we will really see him and experience his blessing––or not.

Jesus can redeem even the most difficult moments in our lives.

Christ doesn't promise that we will not experience difficult times, but does promise that, if we walk in faith, he will redeem the difficult times.

God gave the Sabbath to bless people, and Jesus blessed people on the Sabbath.

The New Testament teaches resurrection––a state that will be at the same time like the life that we know––unlike the life that we know––and more wonderful than we can imagine.

Christ seeks to bring us into the Kingdom of JOY.

Christ calls us to pray persistently in the faith that God will grant justice to those who cry to him day and night.

Christ calls us to open our eyes to see and our hearts to receive God's blessings.

God answers our prayers––not necessarily with a sudden SHAAA-ZAM kind of miracle––but often by shepherding us with little nudges over a period of time––until we suddenly look around and realize that we are just where we need to be.

Jesus calls us to practice sacrificial discipleship.

The Holy Spirit is a faithful guide and teacher, so it behooves us to be faithful followers and learners.

Jesus calls us beyond our most basic needs for food, clothing and shelter, and offers to meet our deepest needs.

Today, we will examine how we are insulting God in our homes, our daily habits, our schools, and our churches.

In the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, Jesus teaches us not to celebrate our virtues but to acknowledge our need of forgiveness.

Are we guilty of the unforgiveable sin––probably not.

Jesus looks for ways to help us, and rewards persistent, humble faith.

Jesus invites us to come to him and find rest––to participate in relationship with Father and Son in a three-part harmony for the soul.

Jesus has a quiet authority that persuades us to follow him––and which makes something wonderful of our lives when we do.