Af Gus Layman

Light attracts, it gives life, and it brightens. That's what the message of resurrected Jesus does for all who receive him. But not all will, for light also repels. Some in Jesus' own day were on an endless pursuit of signs to validate his claims. Even the resurrection would not do. He knew as much, which is why in Luke 11:29–36, Jesus responded to…

Af Bruce Smith

Jesus Christ's resurrection is the centerpiece of history and the core of the gospel ("Good News") we believe and preach. What you do in response to the message of Christ's death and resurrection determines your eternal destiny.1 - Do You Know What Happened? (Matthew 28:1-10)2 - Do You Know The Gospel? (1 Corinthians 15:1-8)3 - Do You Know Him? (1 …

Af Gus Layman

The details of death on a cross are deeply unsettling. The pain endured by Jesus is almost unfathomable. Yet, at this point in our journey through Luke's gospel, Jesus is willingly and knowingly headed straight there. As he works yet another miracle, healing a demon possessed man, he has deeply unsettling news for us: "Whoever is not with me is aga…

4 Facets of Our Heritage that Reveal God's Sovereign Glory1 - Signs of Cursing & Blessing (9:18-32)2 - Sons of Cursory Blessing (10:1-5)3 - Sons of Cursing Beginning (10:6-20)4 - Sons of Blessing Culminated (10:21-32)Af Scott Basolo

Af Gus Layman

The second half of 1 Timothy 2 is a passage that is, in our time, considered controversial. Some unbelievers mock it, and believe it exposes the Bible as irrelevant and archaic. Worse yet, some professing believers twist its meaning, and will tell you that it doesn't mean what it says, or that it means the opposite of what it says. Before we dive i…

Af Bruce Smith

Af Gus Layman

Jesus could have sat his disciples down and said, "You need to pray. Here's how." That would have been true and useful enough. But he is wiser than that. Instead, Jesus prayed in view of his disciples over and again so that eventually they asked, "Lord, teach us to pray." Which Jesus simply, memorably, and gladly did as recorded for us in Luke 11:1…

Af Gus Layman

4 Facets of Our Heritage that Reveal God's Sovereign Glory1 - Signs of Cursing & Blessing (9:18-32)2 - Sons of Cursory Blessing (10:1-5)3 - Sons of Cursing Beginning (10:6-20)4 - Sons of Blessing Culminated (10:21-32)Af Scott Basolo

Af Gus Layman

Hospitality and service are of great importance. They are precious to Jesus. But our service is not more precious than Jesus himself. To sit at Jesus' feet and listen to Jesus' Word is always the priority on the road of discipleship. Or, as Jesus calls it, "the good portion." We learn this lesson in Luke 10:38–42 from a visit to the loving home of …

2 Trial Outcomes that Result in Your Eternal Destination1 - The Victor Over Trials (12)2 - The Conquered Under Trials (13-15)Af Scott Basolo

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Af Eric Fallstrom

Af Bruce Smith

3 Components of God's Covenant that Show You His Grace1 - A Conclusion (8:1-19)2 - A Condition (8:20–9:7)3 - A Confirmation (9:8-17)Af Scott Basolo

Af Jim Rokser

Today we get to finish what we started last time, and finish our investigation into one of the most majestic passages in the Bible concerning the uniqueness of Jesus Christ and what He did to be our Savior. By the time we finish today, you'll understand better than ever that Jesus is the one and only Savior who invites all men (and women) to be sav…

Af Bruce Smith

Af Mike Layman

What is the meaning of the parable of the Good Samaritan found in Luke 10:25–37? The answer to that question might seem obvious. The Good Samaritan is an example of love for neighbor. True enough. But why did Jesus tell this parable? To help us know what neighbor-love looks like? To answer the question, "who is my neighbor?" In a sense, yes and yes…

Af Gus Layman

1 - Be Ambassadors (23)2 - Be Glorifying to God (23)3 - Be Heavenly Minded (24)Af Nate Castillo

Af Bruce Smith

We know the end of the story: Jesus wins and he's not alone. He has with him a company of sinners made saints, a plentiful harvest for heaven. To labor in his fields and see sinners saved is a very great joy for those whom Jesus sends out. But Luke 10:1–24 points to a greater joy still, an unstoppable joy that powers our unstoppable mission.…

Af Gus Layman

This chapter is clear, helpful, uplifting and liberating. But as we'll see, many treat it as if it's obscure, problematic, outdated and oppressive. Here's where we're headed. It will require two visits to these verses.There are themes words woven through these seven verses.1 First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and than…

Af Gus Layman

Af Bruce Smith

Af Gus Layman

Jesus appeared on the mountain, transfigured in glory. That's what the Lord Jesus looks forward to. It's what we look forward to as well. But that glory will not come without the grief of the cross. In 9:51, Luke marks a shift in his gospel and Jesus' mission. Now Jesus stares down the cross. There is no way up but through, no way to the crown but …

Last time we hurried over verse 17. Here in 1 Timothy, it stands like a banner over every bit of instruction Paul gave to Timothy.1 Timothy 1:17: Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.+ King describes His sovereignty. + Immortal is literally imperishable or never decaying. + The only G…

Af Bruce Smith

Af Gus Layman

3 Components of God's Covenant that Show You His Grace1 - A Conclusion (8:1-19)2 - A Condition (8:20–9:7)3 - A Confirmation (9:8-17)Af Scott Basolo

3 Contrasts of Your Spiritual Life to Guide You in Trials1 - Low to High (9)2 - High to Low (10a)3 - Life to Death (10b-11)Af Scott Basolo

Caring for those with Alzheimer's and Dementia: Balancing the Caregiver LoadPresenters: Louise Carey, Gail KennedyAf Various Speakers

Jesus sent his disciples out to minister in his name. When they return, the disciples quarrel for the top spot on Jesus' ministry team. Pride is an ancient problem and the church's mission requires that we win this internal battle. In Luke 9:46–50 we learn with the disciples as Jesus deals a blow to their pride and ours that we might put down this …

Af Gus Layman

Af Gus Layman

Af Gus Layman

Paul gave his own testimony to the true gospel. You will find that it contains the keys to helping you deal with every relationship you have, in the manner that most effectively honors God and builds up your fellow members of the body of Christ.1 - Paul's Particular Case (12-14) a - Three Layers of Blessing (12) b - Three Layers of Sinning (13a) c …

Af Bruce Smith

Af Gus Layman

Before Jesus makes his turn toward the cross, he prepares his disciples for the road ahead. Up to this point, life with Jesus seemed to get better and more miraculous with each passing day. Now Jesus says there is trouble coming, for him and his disciples. Shouldn't life be easier for this conquering king? Does suffering mean he isn't the messiah, …