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Part 1 The Secret Strength of Private Faith A Question from the Heart. Many years ago, my daughter asked me a question that stayed with me: “Why don’t women have a prominent role in the Bible? Why are they so often overlooked?” It is a question many have wrestled with. But as we look closer…
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From the Fall to the Rescue: Honoring the Unseen Women of Scripture Why Women Are the Heart of The-Way Good morning to all readers of The-Way. At first glance, a deep dive into the lives of women in the Bible might not seem like the most direct path to a Christ-centered blog. However, I assure…
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journey from the far Country A brief look at the Parable of the Prodigal Son, found in Luke 15, reveals a man who ventured into a “far country,” squandering his inheritance on a life of fleeting pleasures. When his resources vanished and he found himself broken and unable to sustain himself, he made the humble…
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I came into this world naked and loved. But it seems to me that when I leave this world, I will be naked and alone. However, the Spirit of God was with me when I entered the world, and he will be there to greet me when I die That is a profound and grounding…
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The Cycle of Presence: A Conclusion Part 2: The Lost Coin (Luke 15:8–10) Setting the scene: As Jesus continues to teach the gathered crowd, the atmosphere is tense. Luke 15:1–2 tells us: “Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him. And the Pharisees and the scribes grumbled, saying, ‘This man…
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Introduction: In the modern Church, we often encounter lengthy opening and closing prayers, yet one wonders: does length equal effectiveness? Or is a short, simple prayer actually more powerful? While David is well-known for his bold declarations, his descendant, King Hezekiah, provides a profound example of the strength found in simplicity. Taking the throne of…
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God’s Relentless Love for You and Me Part 1: The Lost Sheep Setting the Stage To truly understand the “Parables of Joy” in Luke 15, we have to look at the audience. It was a room divided. On one side, you had the “outsiders”—the tax collectors and sinners, the poor, the blind, and the lame—all…