The apostle Paul inventories spiritual gifts that God has given for the edification of the church, including ministry of the word and practical service.

While the Parable of the Ten Virgins highlights preparation for Christ's return, the Parable of the Talents portrays Christians engaged in profitable activity.

God has entrusted every believer with spiritual gifts, abilities, and opportunities intended for His glory and the strengthening of His church.

The Parable of the Talents is often confused with the Parable of the Pounds. These parables illustrate Christian responsibilities from different angles.

Paul's body analogy illustrates the interconnectedness of all members to Jesus Christ and to each other. Not one is unimportant or useless.

God has generously given us a set of tools that we must use for overcoming and building character, as well as edifying our spiritual siblings.

Christ's trial and crucifixion were not historical accidents; rather, God prophesied both events in minute detail in Old Testament scriptures.

Dathan and Korah agitated for a democratization of priestly responsibilities. God shows that not everybody set apart is holy in the same way.