Life In the Spirit

The parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man is a parable that illustrates the spiritual reality of eternity. We will stand before the judgment seat of Christ as Savior and Lord. Or we will stand before Jesus at the great white throne and face Him as a righteous judge.

The  Parable of the Talents emphasizes the importance of faithful stewardship of the gifts, resources, and opportunities that God gives each person. It teaches that these blessings are meant to be used for God's purposes and that individuals are accountable for how they manage and invest them.

The parable of the prodigal son is a powerful narrative that illustrates profound spiritual truths such as grace, mercy, forgiveness, healing, and restoration. However, the role of the older son is often overlooked. As Christians, we must be vigilant against the subtle dangers of self-righteousness and avoid falling into the same temptations that ensnared the older son in the parable. This story reminds us that grace extends not just to the wayward, but also to those whose hearts may be hardened by pride and judgment.

Jesus will return to earth, and the parable of the ten virgins serves as a powerful reminder for believers to remain watchful and prepared for His coming.

Jesus often taught spiritual truth by communicating with parables; an earthly story with a heavenly meaning. In the parable of the sower, Jesus shares about the soil (heart) and the seed (word of God). If the soil is good it should produce fruit (spiritual fruit).

The parable of the Good Samaritan is a story that reveals an important spiritual truth, to love our neighbor as ourselves. How do Christians love their neighbors as themselves when their neighbors are so opposed to Jesus and the gospel message?

Jesus used parables to explain spiritual truth. A parable is an earthly story with a heavenly meaning. In the parable of the unmerciful servant, Jesus shares a story to example the importance of forgiveness. 

How are we saved? We are saved by grace through faith and not by works.  Both grace and faith are not one dimensional and are multi faceted. In this message we are discovering the depths of grace, faith and salvation.

The true gospel of Jesus Christ results in Jesus alone maintaining the throne of our heart as Lord. A self centered gospel shares the throne of or hearts with is shared with Jesus and He exists to give us a better life.

After the final judgment there will be a new heaven and a new earth. As followers of Jesus we look forward to this day. God will wipe away every tear from our eyes, and death shall be no more, no mourning, no crying, no more pain, for the former things will pass away.