Entering into parenthood is joyous – and filled with surprises. We look at someone else’s baby and think, ‘Aw, how cute!’ Once we begin having our own children, ‘Aw, how cute!’ remains true. But ...

Jesus called the disciples to follow him and to place everything, without reserve, in the service of the reign of God. But does that mean he wanted to call all Israel to discipleship? Was it his goal ...