In just over two weeks’ time, we will celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, the official end of World War II in Europe. Footage and photos from that day eighty years ago show crowds of people celebrating the victory of the Allied forces over Nazi Germany. However, the harsh reality was what people had to face: Europe was in…
Hardly a day goes by without bad news, whether on a global scale, a personal level, or anything in between. Unless you lock yourself in a bubble or live under a rock, you are constantly bombarded with reports of political upheaval, wars, catastrophes, and natural and man-made disasters. Alongside this relentless stream of negative news, we also hear about the…
A while ago, I received a phone call from an insurance company. It seemed legitimate for a couple of reasons. Unlike almost all cold-callers, the person on the other end knew my name and position. Additionally, she spoke my native language, which is hardly ever used for unsolicited calls in this country. She offered me a life insurance policy tailored…
The story we’ve just heard is one of those that hardly needs any explanation or interpretation. It clearly defines the goody (Jesus) and the baddies (the scribes and Pharisees). The latter’s line of attack against Jesus is obvious enough to be seen from space. His response is witty and goes straight to the heart of his opponents, rendering them powerless…
What was the younger son’s offence, crime or sin? Demanding his share of the inheritance? Leaving the family home? His reckless lifestyle away? Let’s find out by looking at each possibility a bit closer.