Parables
We like to make every bratwurst extra special by lathering it with mustard laced with cranberries or champagne, but in the ancient world, the only good mustard plant was a dead mustard plant. And one that had NO SEEDS.
Read MoreWhat happened to me one crazy day when I gave away everything.
Read MoreWhen Christ comes again in all His glory to separate the sheep from the goats, maybe he's headed straight for Hooterville....
Read MoreBringing Jesus' "Parable of the Talents" to Hollywood shows us once more why, in Hollywood, having no talent is best.
Read MoreJesus' Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins becomes both funny and clear when transported to Graceland.
Read MoreThoughts on one of the Bible's most popular forms of comic speech: grumbling.
Read MoreJesus' brief "Parable of the Hidden Treasure" is a quagmire of unanswered questions and weirdnesses. Grab your Dramamine and let's check it out!
Read MoreWhen Jesus says he teaches in parables because "those who listen won't understand", maybe it's because the audience wouldn't find his punch lines -- especially regarding weeds, mustard seeds and leaven -- the least bit funny.
Read MoreI dedicate my work on "The Parable of the Sower" in part, to my dad, who can't help but offer snarky comments every time a "Christian Mingle" commercial graces our tv screen.
Read MoreIn the Gospels, nobody understands Jesus' parables. And, it would seem, that's just how he wants it. Whaat?
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