Beyond Expectations
By the time Jesus begins his public ministry, the Jewish people have let their expectations cloud their vision and have developed their own ideas of who the Messiah will be.
A Brief History of God’s People
Abraham’s son, Isaac, and his grandson, Jacob are familiar with God’s promise to Abraham, but they don’t automatically inherit it. They receive it directly when they encounter God personally.
The Calling of Matthew
Thinking of Matthew’s big party makes me smile. It feels like home, warm and inviting. I imagine smiles and tears as people realize that Jesus accepts them as they are.