Genesis 28:10–19a | Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43 We live in a world where good and evil exist side by side, often leaving us wondering why God allows evil to remain. In the Parable of the Weeds and the Wheat, Jesus reminds us that although evil is real, it does not have the final word. God remains…
Martin unpacks the Parable of the Sower (of popcorn – fun for kids, too!) in Matthew 13 with practical examples and encouragements to have faith in our loving father. We also consider how can we let ourselves be more open to receive.
In Romans 7:15–25a, Paul honestly describes the inner struggle we all face—the tension between wanting to do what is right and being drawn toward sin. The troubles, worries, and burdens of this world can easily distract us from God and pull us away from His will. In Matthew 11:28–30, Jesus offers a different way. He…