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“For many are invited, but few are chosen” (Matthew 22:1–14)

When we sit down with Scripture, we should not primarily ask how it applies to our lives today. Instead, we should be prepared to lose our lives in it. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but … Continue reading →

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

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

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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