Jesus, by his own acknowledgement, is offensive... because sometimes truth is offensive to our sensibilities and self-determined identities and ideologies. For those who choose not to edit him, co-opt him, or be ashamed of him, there is great comfort.
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Luke invites us to reconsider what true faith actually looks like through the unlikely figure of a Roman centurion. Biblical faith isn't merely intellectual belief or hopeful optimism, but includes fidelity and humility that permeates our entire being.
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Jesus has some lessons about love, judging, and where we fix our foundations that aren't the bumper stickers many Christians employ; he calls us into the deep water through the fullness of scripture so we can brave the seas of culture for His Kingdom.
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Jesus calls us to an eternal perspective with his "plain" speaking: Suffering Christians—your blessing is coming. Unrepentant comfort-seekers—woe awaits. Plus: hope & help for the unhealed!
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As we approach our nation's 250th anniversary, it's wise to consider God and Government: Christians are woefully ignorant of what the Bible says about the role of government and the believer's participation in it.
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Bible Story: Jesus is the Light of the World
Big Idea: Jesus is the light that leads us out of darkness.
Memory Verse: “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness. They will have that light. They will have life.” John 8:12 (NIrV)
Two men get up in this chapter of Luke: one from physical paralysis, and the other from spiritual helplessness. Both learn - as we should - what Jesus came for, what we truly need, and how we should respond.
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Kingdom Authority: like the establishing scene in a movie, Jesus' inaugural ministry miracles in Luke tell us virtually everything we need to know about his power and sovereignty.
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Christ triumphs with God’s Word, exclusive worship, and refusing to test the Lord—as the better Adam and Israel. Crown Christ preeminent in your heart—live by every word from God!
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