Luke 15:20-24 Niv

The parable of the prodigal son presented a worldview that was antithetical to how most of Christ’s audience thought. Everything the father was doing for the son was exactly the opposite of what what the crowd expected. It was contrary to that society’s customs—as well as most modern concepts of justice and equality. And it …

God’s kindness extends beyond His forgiveness. It is wonderful to have our slate of crimes against Him wiped clean, as He “canceled out the certificate of debt consisting of decrees against us . . . having nailed it to the cross” (Colossians 2:14). And even as He pardons, He also enriches His children with a …

The Bible says that God is a "father of the fatherless" (Psalm 68:5 NKJV). Psalm 27 says, "When my father and my mother forsake me..."…

The Bible says that God is a "father of the fatherless" (Psalm 68:5 NKJV). Psalm 27 says, "When my father and my mother forsake me..."…

At its heart Christianity is the gospel of Jesus Christ. A church is a group of people who share and participate in that gospel. Participation in the gospel transforms these people both individually and collectively. Individually, they become saints. Collectively, they become family. So, what makes a Christian church a family? First, we are family because we choose to act like it. Paul gives a simple code of conduct to Timothy in this regard. “Do not rebuke an older man but encourage him as y……

Good day beautiful people Today I want to remind you that in God’s eyes you are not unworthy. You are a precious child of God adopted into His glorious family. You have been made whole and clean by……