When you expect judgment…but get mercy instead.
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Hi Reader, Can you remember a time when you were totally wrong... and someone showed you mercy anyway? Maybe it was a coach. They could have humiliated you. That kind of moment changes you. During our recent webinar, Jan Johnson invited us to remember these moments. Dozens of people typed words like humbled, grateful, loved, seen, forgiven. That’s what the parables of Jesus are like. They're acts of mercy, spoken to people with hard hearts. Jesus knew that truth only takes root when it is planted gently. If you're ready to receive the truth of the Kingdom in a new way, we’d love to have you join our 5-week live online course: How the Parables of Jesus Revolutionize Life with GodAn interactive journey through the heart of Jesus' teachings, guided by Jan Johnson and grounded in Dallas Willard’s work. You don’t need to know anything in advance. Just bring your curiosity and your longing. Click here to reserve your spot. Warmly, Matt Rhodes P. S. The kingdom of God is like… nothing you expected. → Learn how Jesus' parables revolutionize everyday discipleship. |
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