Note: In Bible times, Jesus used parables to show how God’s kingdom works. Every once in a while, people use the same method to show Godly principles. What follows is one of my modern-day parables.

The mission organization I work with has invested in more than a half dozen relief projects over the last few weeks — in locations as diverse as India, Pakistan, Ukraine, Vietnam, Israel and Cuba.

I thank Keith Spera for his beautiful story entitled “Like family” that appeared in the Living section on Aug. 14. Never will I forget this “Good Samaritan” modern-day parable of James Williams’ love, ...

There’s a modern-day parable I heard recently about a gathering of people at a dinner table at their pastor’s house. The pastor asked one of the men, a local farmer, to say grace. The farmer began, ...