Jesus shared this parable in Matthew 11:16-19: “But to what shall I liken this generation It is like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling to their companions, and saying: ‘We played the flute for you, And you did not dance; We mourned to you, And you did not lament

The parable in Matthew 24:32-35 reads: “Now learn this parable of the fig tree: When its branches become tender, and it puts forth its leaves, you know that summer is near: So also when you see all these things, know that it is near the doors” We all know when it is a season for fruit to be born

This is found in Luke 13:6-9: “He also spoke this parable: A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came seeking fruit on it, and found none “Then he said to the keeper of his vineyard, ‘Look, for three years, I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and find none: cut it down; why does it use up the ground

Mark 13:33-37 reads: “Take heed, watch and pray; for you do not know when the time is It is like a man going out to a far country, who left his house and gave authority to his servants, and to each his work, and commanded the doorkeeper to watch

Matthew 5:14-16 says: “You are the light of the world A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden

For Christians, baptism is a way of life Some devoted followers believe you aren't a true Christian until you've been baptized with holy water

In the Christian community, baptism is one of the Holy Sacraments that each person has to go through Months after the birth of the child, this simple ritual (which is usually celebrated with a whole or half day celebration) is held inside the church where the child is given his or her name

Ever wondered what would have already been accomplished on this earth if only a handful of people had faith equal to a grain of mustard seed Think about it

Qingcheng Shan holy Taoist mountain, an early home to Taoism and its teachings dating back in time to about 100AD, and I was going to visit it For a student and believer in Taoism it was going to be something of a revelation and catalyst to my first China visit in May 2010

It's easy to dismiss rituals as just the historical trappings of ancient religions Something very beautiful, but having little relevance to our contemporary lives