On the morning of the day that her beloved husband died, the good wife sat at his bedside and prayed for his recovery. With her eyes closed, she heard a fluttering of winged angels descending on the bed where her husband lay. “They are coming to … [Read more...]
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Parable: Wanting It
There was a young student who wanted to gain admission to a prestigious school, but his grades thus far were average at best. He sat for his admissions interview, and the dean said to him, "I see your grades have not been stellar. Do you like to … [Read more...]
Parable: Beating It
It was a time in history when there was horrendous cruelty and ethnic cleansing. One particularly vicious beating was going on in the town square. The man was being whipped by a sadistic soldier who took direct aim with ferocious strokes, all the … [Read more...]
Parable: Tempo of Prayer
The prayer leader was praying very fast and someone went over to the High Priest and said, "Tell him to slow down. He's going very fast." The Priest said, "Look at Moses. He prayed his entire prayer with five short words. - 'Please God, pray … [Read more...]
Parable: When the Wind Blows
Years ago, a farmer owned land along the Atlantic seacoast. He constantly advertised for hired hands. Most people were reluctant to work on farms along the Atlantic. They dreaded the awful storms that raged across the Atlantic, wreaking havoc on the … [Read more...]
Parable: Take Your Medicine
A wise man was walking down the ancient streets of Jerusalem when he came upon a sick man. “Wise sage, tell me how I can be cured?” the man asked him. The wise man advised him about medication and therapeutic methods. “Tell me, why was I … [Read more...]
Parable: When to Help Someone
The donkey was massively overloaded. The poor creature began to falter in its steps and wobble to the point that it would collapse completely. One man watched and acted. He went over and supported the donkey to prevent it from falling. Then, … [Read more...]
Parable: Shelter Dog
A dad brings his 8-year-old son to the animal shelter to adopt a dog. The little boy has been anxiously awaiting the day for years. With great excitement, he goes up to the counter and asks to see the dogs that are available for adoption. An … [Read more...]
Parable: Light the Fire
A revered monk once journeyed to visit a younger monk who was known for his religious devotion. The older monk was very impressed with the young man’s total immersion in prayer and study and asked the young man the secret of his unwavering piety. … [Read more...]
Parable: Little Eagle
There once was an eagle's nest on the top of a mountain. One of the eagle eggs rolled out of the nest, rolled down the mountain and it landed in a nest of birds. When all the eggs in the nest hatched and little chicks were born, the … [Read more...]
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