follow Christ fully

Jesus calls us to carry our cross

Jesus Calls Us to Carry Our Cross: The Cost and Glory of Discipleship

Matthew 16:24–28 reminds us of the time Jesus calls us to carry our cross and follow him in our daily lives. Following Jesus isn’t about comfort—it’s about commitment. In Matthew 16:24–28, Jesus tells His disciples the true cost of discipleship: deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Him. It’s a radical call, but one that […]

kingdom of heaven separates good from evil

The Parable of the Dragnet: When the Kingdom of Heaven Separates Good from Evil

Matthew 13:47–50 illustrates how the kingdom of heaven separates good from evil in its teachings. We love to hear about grace, mercy, and the open arms of God—and rightly so. But Jesus also warned about a day when the doors would close, the nets would be pulled, and a final separation would take place. In this sobering parable, Jesus […]