Category Archives: spirituality

Jesus’ Miracle of the Clay Sparrows

Then Allah will ask: “O Jesus son of Mary ! Recall my favor upon you and to your mother, how I strengthened you with the Holy Spirit, so you could speak to the people in cradle and in old age, … Continue reading

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Muddy Road

Tanzan and Ekido were once traveling together down a muddy road. A heavy rain was still falling. Coming around a bend, they met a lovely girl in a silk kimono and sash, unable to cross the intersection. “Come on, girl,” … Continue reading

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The Narrow Gate

I gave this talk at a mosque in Walsall during one of the holy nights of Ramadan. Muslims observe fasts and extra prayers during this lunar month, each year as a way to purify their hearts. I delivered an explanation … Continue reading

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