Category Archives: Bible

So the last will be first, and the first will be last

Posted on October 13, 2026 by Pastor Foley

Matthew 20:1–16 is usually called Jesus’ parable of the workers in the vineyard, but it is better to call it Jesus’ parable of the generous vineyard owner. As we mentioned recently, anytime you are reading a parable, in order to … Continue reading →

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Where Two or Three Gather: Why Jesus’ Words Bring the Lost Back Home

Posted on September 22, 2026 by Pastor Foley

The Epistle of James mentions Jesus by name only twice. Yet it contains more than 180 possible references to his teachings. Paul’s letters are similar, echoing Jesus’ words and instruction again and again. Why would the New Testament writers refer … Continue reading →

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“He will reward each person according to what he has done” (Mt 16:27)

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Pastor Foley

For the Son of Man is going to come in his Father’s glory with his angels, and then he will reward each person according to what they have done. (Matthew 16:27) In the scripture just before this one, Jesus and … Continue reading →

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