Jesus Stories 4: The Great Inviter

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Jesus Stories 4: The Great Inviter

August 18, 2019

We think that we know ourselves accurately, but we often read ourselves wrong. In the Story of the Great Banquet, Jesus shows us humility will help us to read ourselves accurately and see the mercy and generosity that God has for us.

Jesus Stories 7: Generous Love

September 15, 2019

The pain we suffer when others sin against us means it is hard for us to forgive them, especially when forgiving them means we agree to pay the cost of their forgiveness. But it is easier for us to forgive others when we realize the worth of what God has already forgiven us.

Jesus Stories 6: The Listening Father

September 1, 2019

Sometimes it is hard for us to go to God and pray. As Jesus teaches about prayer, he tells us that because of our heavenly Father’s perfection, graciousness and goodness, we can pray dependently, shamelessly and expectantly.

Jesus Stories 5: The Wise Manager

August 25, 2019

We think ourselves to be wise. But Jesus knows that we need a major renovation in our heart so that we have a character, love and goals that aligns with His and, with His help, enables us to proceed through life thoughtfully and with wisdom so that we are able to make a difference now that will last forever. Jesus is ready and willing to begin that renovation.