What's It Say?

In doing some research for last week's sermon, I came across a quote that was attributed to Robert Fulghum: “What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his own soul?”

Hopefully you know the original author of that quote. And if you don't, I would recommend you read your Bible more.

It's amazing how many people want to know God and want to hear from him yet will not open their Bibles. There is nothing more concrete about God than his word, so if you are not hearing from him, open the Scriptures and read!

Who Are the People in Your Neighborhood?

Mr. Rogers and some of his "neighbors"

When we think of the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus tells us that a neighbor is anyone that we come across in need. Here in the 21st century, there is no debate on Jesus' interpretation.

However, don't we sometimes lose the simple meaning of the word? How many of us live in a neighborhood with only Christians in them? Probably not many.

In our quest to be disciples, don't forget that Jesus' command to "love your neighbor" also includes our literal neighbors.