by Connor Winston | May 20, 2026 | Foundations, Parables
At the end of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells a short story that carries a huge challenge. Two men build houses. One builds on rock. The other builds on sand. At first, both houses may have looked strong and secure. But then the storms came. One stood firm. The... 
by [email protected] | Apr 29, 2026 | Foundations, Parables
Forgiveness is one of the hardest things Jesus asks us to do. It sounds noble in theory, but in real life it can feel costly, unfair, and sometimes impossible. That is why the parable of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18 is so important. The story begins when... 
by Connor Winston | Mar 25, 2026 | Foundations, Parables
The parable of the Good Samaritan is one of Jesus’ most well-known stories. But it is also one of the most challenging. It begins with a question. An expert in religious law asks Jesus, “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” Jesus turns the question back on him,... 
by Connor Winston | Mar 4, 2026 | Foundations, Parables
In Luke chapter 15, Jesus tells a simple story that carries a profound message. A shepherd has one hundred sheep. One of them wanders off and becomes lost. Instead of staying safely with the ninety-nine, the shepherd goes out searching for the one that has... 
by Connor Winston | Feb 18, 2026 | Parables, Foundations
There are few stories in the Bible as moving as the parable of the prodigal son. In Luke 15:11 to 32, Jesus tells the story of a father and his two sons. The younger son asks for his inheritance early. In that culture, it was like saying, “I wish you were dead.” He... 
by Connor Winston | Feb 11, 2026 | Foundations, Parables
In this Foundations video, we explore one of Jesus’ most well-known parables: the Parable of the Sower, recorded in Matthew 13. It’s a simple story about seeds and soil. But beneath the surface, Jesus is asking a deeper question: What kind of soil is your heart? What...