"Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it." Matthew 13:44-45 Jesus is quickly going through a series of parables describing heaven. In this parable, He points out the value of heaven. This... Continue Reading →
Matthew 10:31 Your Value
"So don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows." Matthew 10:31 Jesus just finished telling the disciples that they would be persecuted and hated. He also tells them not to be afraid of those in the world, that they are to go and speak out loud what God has given them to speak.... Continue Reading →
Matthew 5:3 Poor In Spirit
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 5:3 Jesus is saying that anyone who is poor in spirit is blessed. What is this poor in spirit? How can one be poor in spirit? The spirit is not physical so it cannot mean physically poor. The spirit has no... Continue Reading →
Matthew 2:6 Not the Least
"But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel." Matthew 1:6 Jesus was born and Magi were coming to worship Him. King Herod heard about this and was disturbed. He was the... Continue Reading →
