How often have you heard the expression, “A little leaven leavens the whole lump.”? I know I’ve heard it several times and that I have rarely, if ever taken the time to ponder the meaning, though I was vaguely aware that the principle was found in Scripture. When studying the Parable of Leaven found in Matthew 13:33 and Luke 13:20-21, I became interested in how the concept of leaven should be applied to my life as a Christian. Leaven is mentioned several times in the Bible and, usually, with a bad connotation. For example, in I Corinthians chapter 5 Paul … Continue reading →