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The people of Jesus’ day believed that the rich were rich because  God favored them and that the poor were poor because God did not like them. Jesus told a story to demonstrate this is not true. It also carries a spiritual twist.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Whether today or in Jesus’ day, money and God sometimes clash. Jesus gives us a parable to help us understand God’s view on money. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Jesus told three parables to demonstrate and explain why he, Jesus would eat with the high and lofty as well as the low and despicable. The same holds true with us. no matter who we are, Jesus cares about us. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Jesus used two earthly examples of counting the cost before doing something. He did this so we might Understand what is entailed in following him. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Did you ever notice that while eating food, when several humans are together, conversations, discussions, and viewpoints are shared?   And so while eating, Jesus shared some of his most important teachings. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Just as there are many roads in any given town or city, so there are many roads or paths in life. Which one leads to heaven? Which one should I take?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

It happens to everyone. When least expected, life can kick you, and it really hurts. At these times we often ask, “Where is God?” Jesus speaks about this in today’s lesson.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

In a kingdom there is a king and servants. The king rules and the servants serve the king and his wishes. When Jesus spoke of the kingdom, he mentioned a switch or change. So how does this impact you? Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

When Jesus spoke of the kingdom of God his disciples believed it was an earthly kingdom which would push the roman occupying army out of Israel. Today we know this was wrong. So, what did Jesus mean by the kingdom of God? Could we have it wrong too?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

Jesus was asked by someone to judge between two brothers as to the inheritance. Instead of judging Jesus told a parable. Through this parable he warns how covetousness can twist one up. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

It turned out that  when Jesus spoke at a meal with a Pharisee Jesus got all the Pharisees mad at him. In that day this was dangerous. Jesus used this opportunity to talk about fear and faith. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

When the people worshiped the golden calf God threatened to destroy them. Moses prayed on their behalf three times. We benefit from his prayer today.  Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

The Orthodox Church has been around for centuries. Over the years it has developed wonderful ways to celebrate Christmas. Today we learn about some of these.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021 

The beginnings of Hanukkah point directly to Jesus and his first coming. See how the celebrations can be a blessing for Christians.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021

On the mountain top God described to Moses how to worship him. Meanwhile, down below,  the people worshiped the old fashion way. Listen and find out how it turned out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021 

God called Moses to come up the mountain and meet with him. God described the place of worship and how to worship. It was to be called a tabernacle. Amazingly, or not, it sounds a lot like worship today. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021 

Being the people of God is not an easy thing. He not only gave them explanation of the commandments  but also of himself. This showed not only his justice but his compassion, something he wants us to be as well. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021

Being the people of God is not an easy thing. God knew giving 10 commandments would not be enough. Therefore, God unpacks these commandments more fully. A few of them may surprise you. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021

We all have stuff. We all need stuff. We all want more stuff. Where is the line that wanting crosses and becomes wrong? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021

Most of us have learned from childhood that we should not lie but always tell the truth. Is this easier said than done? What about a white lie? And why shouldn’t we lie if it helps us?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021