Luke (Page 3)
Embracing the Authority of Jesus
In this sermon we consider the first attempt by the religious leaders to discredit Jesus as he teaches in the temple. They question Jesus’ authority only to be forced into silence because of their cowardice. We learn in this passage, not only the authority of Jesus, but how not to be like those religious leaders who were blind guides and missed the Lord of life. Passage: Luke 19:47-20:8
Brokenhearted Judgement
In this sermon we consider Jesus weeping over Jerusalem since the Jews have rejected their Messiah. Jesus then clears out the temple, linking the judgment of the city upon the unfaithfulness in their worship. There are deep lessons for the church today. May we understand the gospel of peace and be salt and light in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation. Passage: Luke 19:42-46
The King Enters Jerusalem
In this sermon we consider Jesus drawing near to Jerusalem. This event emphasizes the kingship of Jesus Christ. The identity of Jesus as King is salvation. His authority is a wonderful blessing, leading to peace on earth and in heaven. May He be welcomed and worshiped in joy as we consider his triumphal entry. Passage: Luke 19:28-40
Doing the King’s Business
In this parable Jesus directs his disciples to prepare for his return. With the fanfare around his arrival to Jerusalem and an anticipated kingdom of power, Jesus tempers expectations and reminds his followers that they need to faithfully serve Christ until his return. Jesus has given us much grace, love, truth, and strength. We must use what Christ has given, being fruitful while we wait for his return. Passage: Luke 19:11-27
A Rich Sinner Saved
In this sermon we consider the encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus. We learn a valuable lesson in what it looks like for the rich to follow Jesus and bear the fruit of repentance. Jesus came to seek and to save the lost. This includes the rich, the poor, male, female, young, old, slave, and free. Here we learn about true conversion and the seeking grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Passage: Luke 19:1-10
Beggar for Mercy
In this sermon we consider a blind beggar who cries out to Jesus for healing. We not only see the power, compassion, and authority of Jesus, we see the manner in which a poor beggar finds salvation. The blind beggar is typical of all sinners who cry to Jesus and are healed. May we learn what it looks like to be desperate and cry out to Jesus until he grants our request. Passage: Luke 18: 35-43
The Cost of Salvation
This sermon considers the cost of salvation. Not the cost that Jesus demands of us, but the cost Jesus paid for us. Our gracious Savior’s sacrifice is described in his words to his disciples. May this description of the cost of our salvation lead us to obedience, worship, and passion to proclaim the gospel with boldness and clarity. Passage: Luke 18:31-34
The Rich Ruler
In this sermon we consider this famous interaction between a rich ruler and Jesus. Jesus leads this man to see the true god of his life, money. This man, unwilling to sacrifice his little to gain Jesus’ much, goes away sad. May this message encourage us all to depend on God to gain much in this life and in the age to come, eternal life. Passage: Luke 18:18-30
Children and the Kingdom of God
In this sermon we see Jesus teaching his disciples (and us) to welcome children, along with the lowly and despised. In a culture (and church) with a low view of children this is a needed message. May we learn from Jesus and let the children come to him to receive the blessing of eternal life. Passage: Luke 18:15-17
Trusting in Yourself
In this sermon Jesus profiles two people: the self-righteous and the humble sinner. We learn from his words the heart of these two kinds of people and how it is the humble sinner that is justified. Here is a call for us to know God and ourselves rightly and to cry to God for mercy through Jesus Christ. Passage: Luke 18:9-14
Pray and Don’t Lose Heart
This sermon examines Jesus’ command to his disciples to always pray and not lose heart. Jesus teaches this lesson through the parable of the unjust judge. In this parable and drawing comparisons to our relationship with God, we learn four important principles that will aid us in coming to the throne of grace in our time of need. Passage: Luke 18:1-8
The Coming of the Son of Man
In this text Jesus speaks about the revealing of the Son of Man. This sermon presents five reasons demonstrating that Jesus is predicting the destruction of Jerusalem and giving his disciples instructions to flee the city. Finally, this sermon exhorts us to heed the warnings of our Lord as we wait for his return from heaven in his second coming. Passage: Luke 17:22-37