Sacred & Secular

Sacred & Secular

Jesus Told a Story to Offend Good People

Because the most dangerous faith isn’t rebellion. It’s self-approval.

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Paul Ian Clarke
Apr 27, 2026
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A person seen from behind sits alone in a softly lit, ornate church, facing a golden altar, creating a quiet and reflective atmosphere.
A solitary figure sits in reflection, not offering anything, just present before God. Image: Canva Pro.

Let’s begin the week by slowing things down for a few minutes.
These reflections are a quiet space to pause, breathe, and pay attention to the God who still meets us in ordinary life.

There’s a way of thinking most of us have had, even if we would never…

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