The parable in Matthew 7:24–27 highlights the importance of building one’s life on a solid foundation through obedience to Jesus’ teachings. It emphasizes that storms reveal the strength of our foundations, distinguishing between merely hearing His words and actively applying them. True spiritual maturity requires intentional choices aligned with Christ’s message.
Category Archives: Testimony
Staying Ready: A Fresh Look at the Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1–13)
The parable of the ten virgins in Matthew emphasizes the importance of preparation and readiness for life’s unexpected challenges. It illustrates that true spiritual maturity is cultivated over time and cannot be borrowed. Ultimately, it calls for a watchful heart and intentional living, reminding us to prepare now for what lies ahead.
A Remorseful and Hopeful Testimony
The author reflects on a life filled with failures, including five marriages marked by infidelity and estrangement from his children. Struggling with addiction and pride, he faced the consequences of his choices. At 68, he seeks God’s mercy and forgiveness, acknowledging the hope that grace offers for redemption and reconciliation.
The Wedding Feast: A Royal Invitation and a Sobering Warning (Matthew 22:1–14)
A king invites guests to his son’s wedding feast, but many reject the call. The invitation is extended to unexpected people, yet one guest without a proper garment is cast out. The parable reveals God’s generous grace, human resistance, and the need for true righteousness.
A Vineyard, a Warning, and a Promise: Reflecting on Matthew 21:33–46
Few of Jesus’ parables cut as sharply—or shine as brightly—as the Parable of the Wicked Husbandmen in Matthew 21:33–46 (KJV). It’s a story wrapped in agricultural imagery, but its message reaches straight into the heart of spiritual responsibility, human rebellion, and God’s unwavering purpose.
The Parables of Matthew: Matthew 18:23–35
Matthew 18:23–35 reveals the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant, where a king forgives a massive debt, yet the forgiven servant refuses mercy to another. Jesus teaches that true forgiveness must flow from the heart—received and extended. Mercy withheld invites judgment. A sobering call to embody grace.
When the Net Comes In: A Personal Reflection on Matthew 13:47–50
Continuing our study of the Parables in Matthew. I’ve always been drawn to the parables of Jesus, but Matthew 13:47–50 has a way of stopping me in my tracks every time I read it. Christ compares the kingdom of heaven to “a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind” (MatthewContinue reading “When the Net Comes In: A Personal Reflection on Matthew 13:47–50”
Guest Post: Extraordinary/Extra Ordinary
This is a guest post from a dear brother in Christ: Harry Connor who gained his Masters of Theology from Andersonville Theologic Seminary. I will add my words at the end. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Matthew 2:11 Extraordinarily OrdinaryContinue reading “Guest Post: Extraordinary/Extra Ordinary”
The Merchant’s Choice: My Pursuit of the Pearl of Great Price: Matthew 13:45–46
This reflection on the Parable of the Pearl of Great Price challenges readers to reassess their pursuits, emphasizing that true fulfillment lies in Christ alone. The author recounts personal experiences of spiritual emptiness and the necessity of relinquishing lesser treasures to embrace a deeper relationship with Jesus, the ultimate treasure worth everything.
A Small Thing That Changes Everything. Matthew 13:33
The author reflects on a parable from Matthew 13:33, illustrating how the kingdom of heaven operates quietly and transformatively, much like leaven in dough. Highlighting personal growth and the gospel’s widespread influence, they emphasize patience in small beginnings, trusting in gradual change and the power of grace to permeate lives and society.
Grow Stronger Roots 