Acts 1-2
In Acts 1–2, Jesus ascends to heaven, the Holy Spirit comes at Pentecost, and the early church is born as the disciples boldly preach and many believe.
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More than survival
As we finish Matthew 5, this first section of the Sermon on the Mount, I am reminded over and over that what I perceive and how I perceive the world to be and function is far different, many times, from the way the kingdom of God works. I grew up with many adages and sayings from parents…
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Luke 17-18
In Luke 17–18, Jesus teaches about forgiveness, faith, humility, persistent prayer, and the coming kingdom, highlighting childlike trust and wholehearted devotion.
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Luke 15-16
In Luke 15–16, Jesus shares parables about the lost and found, including the prodigal son, and teaches about faithfulness, stewardship, and the dangers of loving wealth.
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Luke 13-14
In Luke 13–14, Jesus calls people to repentance, teaches about humility and the cost of discipleship, and emphasizes God’s inclusive invitation to His kingdom.
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Luke 11-12
In Luke 11–12, Jesus teaches about prayer, warns against hypocrisy and greed, and calls His followers to trust God and remain watchful.
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Luke 9-10
In Luke 9–10, Jesus sends out His disciples, is transfigured, and teaches about true discipleship and loving one’s neighbor, including the parable of the Good Samaritan.
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Luke 7-8
In Luke 7–8, Jesus performs miracles, forgives sins, teaches in parables, and demonstrates His authority over nature, demons, sickness, and death.
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Hope, direction and discernment
In our passage from this morning’s sermon (Luke 24:1-7), we read, “ Remember how He spoke to you when . . .” in verse 6. Then in verse 8 we read, “And they remembered His words.” These words are said to Mary, overcome with grief and confusion as she came to anoint His body, but it…
