Luke (Page 4)
The Coming of the Kingdom
The kingdom of God is not well understood today even though it was primary in Jesus’ teaching and preaching. This sermon seeks to explain the nature, presence, and spread of the kingdom of God. Not only does Jesus seek understanding but fealty. May this sermon aid you to see Jesus more clearly, enter the kingdom, and have hope, courage, and joy. Passage: Luke 17:20-21
The Ten Lepers
In this sermon we consider Jesus’ healing of ten lepers, but only one returned to give thanks. There are many valuable lessons here for us today, including our propensity to be ungrateful for the many things God has blessed us with. Here we are challenged to see our own thanklessness while being encouraged by the mercy of the Lord for the weak and needy like ourselves. Passage: Luke 17:11-19
Humble Servants Uprooting Trees
In this sermon, we consider the apostles request for more faith. Jesus answer is surprising. Rather than more faith, he calls the disciples to exercise the little faith they have and to be content in doing their duty. There are many lessons that we need to learn from Jesus in this sermon. Passage: Luke 17:5-10
Rebuke, Repentance, and Forgiveness
In this sermon, we consider the important teaching of Jesus on rebuke, repentance, and forgiveness. There is much practical help that we need to do this constructively. More important than practical help, we must remember the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ toward us and follow his life and teaching. May this teaching help us all to deal with sin among believers and be characterized by humility and forgiveness. Passage: Luke 17:3-4
Handling Temptation
In this sermon Pastor Tim speaks about Jesus’ warnings about temptations that are sure to come. These temptations can arise within the church and lead people astray. Here are lessons for those being tempted and would-be tempters. Passage: Luke 17:1-2
Descent Into Hell
In this sermon, we are going to consider what happened to Christ’s soul (or spirit) after his physical death before his ascension to the Father. Throughout the message, we will learn about Christ’s dominion over sin and death, and how he is the supreme ruler over all realms, including heaven, earth, and hell. The Scriptures point to Christ as the great victor over sin and death for those who have put their trust in him as the Messiah. Passage: Luke…
The Rich Man and Lazarus
This sermon considers two men: a rich man and a poor man named Lazarus. Both died and we get a glimpse into the place of the dead. While learning about the afterlife, this sermon focuses on why Jesus told this story. We must recognize the sufficiency of the Scriptures for salvation and the need to respond to God’s truth with repentance and faith. Passage: Luke 16:19-31
Legalized Adultery
This sermon considers Jesus’ words about divorce, remarriage, and adultery. It is important to understand why Jesus says this. He rebukes the Pharisees for using the law as a cover for their grumbling, greed, unbelief, and adultery. In this, we learn important lessons to value marriage, avoid covering up our sin, and see the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ in this rebuke. Passage: Luke 16:18
The Enduring Law
In this sermon we consider Jesus’ teaching that the Law will outlast the planet. Christians today typically have low views concerning the law. What we see in the Scripture is that while the law is not a Savior to save us, it is a rule to guide us. We’re challenged in this sermon to delight in the law, delight in Christ through the law, and to learn, live, and teach the law as the rule of life in the kingdom…
Forcing Your Way Into the Kingdom
This sermons examines Jesus teaching about the preaching of the kingdom of God and that “everyone forces his way into it.” One must strive to enter the kingdom, resisting the world, the flesh, and the devil. Here is a call to push through lies, sin, and apathy to lay hold of Christ and enter his glorious kingdom. Passage: Luke 16:16
Money Talks
This sermon examines Jesus’ parable about the dishonest manager. This parable can be hard to understand but its meaning is important for us to use our wealth for the glory of God and the good of our souls. Jesus spoke much about money which can be a snare to those seeking the kingdom of God. May God use our Lord’s teaching to lead you along the straight and narrow way. Passage: Luke 16:1-15
The Father and Two Sons
Jesus tells the famous parable of the prodigal son. In this parable we learn to about sin, repentance, and celebrating with those who are reconciled to God. What is most profound, however, is the picture of the love of God as expressed through the father in Jesus’ story. It is this love of God that should compel us to come and be forgiven our sins and this love of God that should cause us to celebrate the goodness of God.…