It's no secret that Jesus taught his followers in parables. As a matter of fact, 35 percent of his recorded words were spoken in parables. So, why did he use this method of teaching when doing so kept the underlying meaning of his message hidden from many of his listeners?
A basic comprehension of parables is essential to understanding the teachings of Jesus Christ. Discover the biblical definition of a parable and why Jesus was a master of this once popular form of communication.
Today's Christian testimony is a dramatic before and after story of salvation about a young women who endured a childhood of physical, mental, and sexual abuse at the hands of her father. Tammy's memories include the time her dad pointed a gun at her head for waking up her brother. Even worse for Tammy was watching the ill-treatment her brother suffered. The pain of abuse took its toll on Tammy. She realized she needed a Savior. Tammy's faith in God has made all the difference in her life.
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Last Mother's Day I was introduced to a great gift book,
Mothers of the Bible Speak to Mothers of Today by Kathi Macias (
Compare Prices). The author highlights 15 women from the Scriptures, presenting biblical and practical wisdom that each of their journeys through motherhood bring to us today.
For instance, first-time mothers will gain insight and confidence to overcome their insecurities through the example of Eve, who, without a single role model or mentor, paved the maternal way to gain the title "Mother of All the Living." Sarah teaches us that it's better to wait on the Lord's perfect plan than give in to the temptation of taking matters into our own hands and "helping" God out. Read More...
This week's post is a collection of Christian Mother's Day Poems. Bless your mom on Mother's Day with one of these poems, chosen especially with godly mothers in mind.
Mother's Day Poem - God's Helpers
God could not be in every place
With loving hands to help erase
The teardrops from each baby's face,
And so He thought of mother.
He could not send us here alone
And leave us to a fate unknown;
Without providing for His own,
The outstretched arms of mother.
Read more ... Mother's Day Poems.
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