Healing and Grace: Jesus’ Bold Actions on the Sabbath

In Luke 6:1-11, we encounter two moments in Jesus’ ministry where His actions challenge the rigid legalism of the Pharisees. These stories—the disciples picking grain on the Sabbath and Jesus healing a man with a withered hand—reveal a deeper understanding of God’s law, emphasizing compassion, mercy, and the true purpose of the Sabbath. Breaking the…

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What Do Isaiah 55:8-9 Teach Us About God’s Ways and Thoughts?

Isaiah 55:8-9 is a powerful reminder of the vast difference between human understanding and God’s divine wisdom. The verses read: “‘For my thoughts are not your thoughts,neither are your ways my ways,’declares the Lord.‘As the heavens are higher than the earth,so are my ways higher than your waysand my thoughts than your thoughts.’” (Isaiah 55:8-9,…

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Discovering the Spiritual Gifts: Treasures from the Holy Spirit in 1 Corinthians 12

Imagine a vibrant tapestry woven with an array of colors and threads, each unique and contributing to the overall beauty. The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Corinthians (1 Corinthians 12), uses a similar image to describe the church – a magnificent community where every believer possesses a special gift from the Holy Spirit….

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Contrasting Attitudes: Pharisee and Tax Collector – Lessons in Humility and Repentance

Introduction The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, shared by Jesus in the Gospel of Luke, presents contrasting attitudes towards righteousness, humility, and repentance. This article delves into the profound lessons gleaned from the attitudes of these two characters, emphasizing the transformative power of humility and repentance in the life of a believer….

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