"they spoke the word of the Lord to him". The meal the apostles had with the jailor and his family after their release from prison was not the most important ... Read more

"he sent them into his vineyard". This world can be likened to the Lord's vineyard. We have not been placed here to dream out our lives in idleness or luxury. ... Read more

"I will feed them in a good pasture". Sheep of the Great Shepherd are assured of the very best if they will feed where the Lord leads them. Such provision ... Read more

"fruitful in every good work". Jesus told His disciples He had chosen and ordained them that they might bring forth fruit. The Apostle Paul's prayer was that fruitfulness should extend ... Read more

"you have kept the good wine until now". These words spoken by the master of the wedding feast accurately describe the experience of every disciple who walks close beside His ... Read more

"But the thing that David had done displeased the Lord". David no doubt thought he had sewn up the matter. The whole thing was over as far as he was ... Read more

"The Lord is righteous in all his ways". Recognising this truth enables us to accept and thank Him for all He sends and the way He leads. We cannot see ... Read more

"Enter by the narrow gate". Those seeking the way into the kingdom of heaven make a big mistake when they look for massive pearly gates. These are reserved to hang ... Read more

"Set your house in order". It is surprising how quickly things get untidy and out of place. The more there is going on, the more one needs to ensure that ... Read more

"they marvelled at his answer". Elsewhere we read that the common people heard Jesus gladly. This contrasted with the leaders of the Jews who criticised and found fault. While the ... Read more