And the king will answer them, ‘Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.’ (Mt. 25:41) I’m aware I often write about my experiences at the jail. I go to the jail for several reasons. …
Month: March 2019
God’s Forgiveness
If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask him! (Mt. 7:11) When I knew my mother could be one illness away from dying, I went to see her. As we sat down …
Jesus and the Poor in Spirit
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Mt. 5:3) Not many of us feel blessed when we’re feeling broken, worthless, anxious, betrayed, lost, or ashamed. How can Jesus say we’re blessed by God when we’re “poor in spirit?” What I know in my life, and what I’ve seen in …
The Church of St. Paul’s Shipwreck
When Jesus heard this, he said to them, ‘Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick; I have come to call not the righteous but sinners.’ (Mk. 2:17) I recently learned that there’s a church on the island of Malta called “The Collegiate Parish Church of St. …
Dancing With Jesus
He said, "Come." So Peter got out of the boat, started walking on the water, and came towards Jesus. But when he noticed the strong wind, he became frightened, and beginning to sink, he cried out, "Lord, save me!" Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him, saying to him, "You of little faith, why …
The Kingdom of God
“From that time Jesus began to proclaim, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.’” (Mt. 4:17) I had taken off a few months from visiting the vets at the jail. When I walked into the cell, a guy greeted me by giving me a hug and saying he had been praying for me. …
Jesus and the Judgement Game
'Do not judge, so that you may not be judged.' (Mt. 7:1) I saw three energetic boys—aged about 6, 8, and 10—as I was walking down the aisle in the airplane. I hoped that I wouldn’t be seated in front of them, but I was. As soon as we were in the air those …
Our Forgiveness by His Grace
Then his brothers also wept, fell down before him, and said, ‘We are here as your slaves.’ But Joseph said to them, ‘Do not be afraid! Am I in the place of God? Even though you intended to do harm to me, God intended it for good, in order to preserve a numerous people, as …
What Jesus Desires
Jesus went up the mountain and called to him those whom he wanted, and they came to him. (Mk. 3:13) Why did Jesus want those who became His apostles? He wanted them so that He could train, equip, and then send them out to do the work of the Kingdom. Were there any other …
Cast Your Burdens Upon Jesus
Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. (Mt. 11:28-29) During a workshop I lead on team building, …