Touchpoints from September 2026
Authorized Personnel Only
In Matthew 21:23–32, Jesus challenges the religious authorities who question where his authority comes from. He responds with the parable of two sons: one says no but eventually goes, while the other says yes but does not. Jesus exposes the difference between outward words and inward transformation, reminding us that what we ultimately do matters more than what we say.
Thou Shall Not Take Cuts
A reflection on Matthew 20:1–16, where Jesus challenges our ideas about fairness, entitlement, and God’s extravagant generosity.
The Fruit of Forgivness
Jesus challenges Peter’s understanding of forgiveness by revealing that mercy received is meant to become mercy given. The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant invites us into a life shaped by radical grace, where forgiveness is not a transaction but a way of living.
Bound No More
Jesus gives his followers a process for addressing conflict within the community: begin privately, involve others when necessary, and bring the matter before the wider community if reconciliation cannot be achieved. The passage connects this practice with the power of binding and loosing, prayer, and Jesus’ promise to be present wherever two or three gather in his name.