Bruce L. Hartman

Imago Dei

George was raised in a wealthy home and went to Harvard. Instead of studying economics or business, he pursued a path of social advocacy. He eventually graduated with a master’s in Social Work.

Hanging Out with Jesus

In today’s verse we hear people grumbling that Jesus was going to be a house guest of a sinner. This was a frequent activity of Jesus. He dined with sinners. He stayed at their houses.

But I say to you, do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also; if anyone wants to sue you and take your coat, give your cloak as well; and if anyone forces you to go one mile, go also the second mile.

The Power of Words

Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer everyone.

Where Is Our Treasure?

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

A Life-Affirming Elixir

Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and curing every disease and every sickness among the people.

Asking with Faith

So I say to you, Ask, and it will be given you; search, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened for you.

Which Seeds Are We?

Listen! A sower went out to sow. And as he sowed, some seed fell on the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Other seeds fell on the ground, where it did not have much soil, and it sprang up quickly.