Luke (Page 6)
Guarding Against Greed
Jesus takes time to address greed and covetousness as he teaches his disciples. Rather than settle a financial dispute, Jesus warns us all to be on guard against this sin that leads to misery and ruin. In a materialistic culture, we must be on guard against the influences around us and learn from our Lord such that we steward all that we have for his honor and glory. Passage: Luke 12:13-21
Confessing Christ Before Men
In this sermon, we’re reminded to be loyal to Jesus Christ in amid opposition. When there is public pressure to be privatize our faith, there must be a public profession of allegiance to Jesus Christ and his truth. This is important. It has eternal consequences. Thankfully, Christ has given us his Spirit to strengthen us and give us wisdom. Passage: Luke 12:8-12
Overpowering Fear
Jesus addresses fear in his disciples after he courageously speaks truth to power. He teaches us that fear of men is conquered through a greater fear of God. This sermon explores what it means to fear God and how we can cultivate that in our lives. Passage: Luke 12:4-7
A Word to Religious Pretenders
Jesus’ strongest words of warning are directed toward “religious” people. The Pharisees and scribes had many adherents who were hypocrites. Jesus gives 8 characteristics of the religious pretender and calls them to repentance. May this message convict and convert religious pretenders today. Passage: Luke 11:27-12:3
A Sign for Skeptics
Jesus deals with his skeptics by calling them to repent or perish. Jesus reveals that the problem with the persistent skeptic is not the evidence, but a hardness of heart. In considering Jesus’ words and action, we’re equipped to deal with skeptics today and be careful that we aren’t willfully ignorant of the light that has come into the world. Passage: Luke 11:29-36
Demon Possession
As Jesus casts out demons he warns about the possibility of being re-possessed. Jesus’ point is that there is no neutrality. As we examine Jesus’ teaching we consider more broadly what the Bible says about demons and how we ought to live in light of this spiritual reality. Passage: Luke 11:24-28
The Kingdom Has Come Upon You
When Jesus casts out a demon and is accused of being in league with Satan, Jesus asserts that this exorcism is a sign of the arrival of the kingdom of God. This sermon considers this important topic and how we must live in light of Jesus’ power and the presence of the kingdom of God. Passage: Luke 11:14-23
Christ Is the Best Portion
There are many good things we can give ourselves to. Jesus’ teaching in this passage is a challenge for us to make sure we’re doing the best thing. We want to do what is excellent, what is great, what is best. Christ is the best and our highest pursuit and so we consider why this is and what this means. Passage: Luke 10:38-42
Justifying Yourself
Jesus told the parable of the Good Samaritan to a wise and understanding man who was seeking to justify himself. It is impossible to justify yourself (whether before men or before God) and fulfill the royal law of loving God and loving your neighbor as yourself. In this sermon we examine this important truth in answering, “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” Passage: Luke 10:25-37
The God Who Conceals and Reveals
This text lays us low and raises us up. We learn here about the authority and power of God to both conceal and reveal the kingdom of God. The triune God is the author and finisher of our salvation. In response, the Son rejoices in the Holy Spirit and gives thanks to the Father. May we follow that response. Passage: Luke 10:21-24
Names Written in Heaven
The disciples returned with a report of great success. Jesus reminds them of the spiritual realities behind this success as his kingdom of light advances into the darkness. Above all, Jesus instructs them (and us) that more important than success is that his disciples have security in his eternal kingdom. This truth helps us in success and failure, and establishes our priorities for eternity. Passage: Luke 10:17-20
Woe Canada!
Jesus pronounced woe upon the cities of Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum. These are cities that had received the truth and rejected it. Can the same be said of our city, province, or country? Here we consider the call to an nation who has the revelation of Christ and turned from that truth. There is application here for us as individuals, the church, and our nation. Passage: Luke 10:13-16