Perhaps the most well-known of the parables is that which compares the kingdom of God to the mustard seed (Matt. 13:31–32). “It is the smallest of all the seeds, yet when full-grown it is the largest of plants” (v. 32). God plants tiny seeds of purpose in each of us that we are expected to […]
As Christians, and members of the body of Christ, we must realize we are more unified than our actions and words suggest. To be sure, there are significant doctrinal differences and divisions that must be resolved. But there are many beliefs and truths we share that unify us in our calling to bring the light, […]
The gifts of the Holy Spirit3 (Isa.11:1–2) foretold for the Messiah, the Christ, the Anointed One by the prophet Isaiah were given to Jesus. These same gifts are bestowed on all Christians by the Holy Spirit at their baptism, and they are affirmed, strengthened, and reinvigorated in their souls at their confirmation (CCCC 2006, 268). […]