Responding to a Message From God – Luke 1:18-20
Zechariah responding to Gabriel’s message with skepticism. How do I respond when God send me a message, by angel, the Bible, or another person?
Luke
Studies from the gospel of Luke
Why Worry? Trust God Instead – Luke 12:22-26
We worry about many things. Mostly things we have no control over. Rather than worry, we should trust in the Lord who can easily care for us.
Two Men Went Up To Pray – Luke 18:9-14
In Jesus parable, two men went up to pray. One was self-righteous, and not heard by God. The other humbled himself, and was exalted by God.
Love Your Enemies – Luke 6:27-36
Jesus calls on me to love my enemies. To do good to them. This is hard. Yet I don’t see it as being a suggestion for advanced disciples only.
Lazarus and the Rich Man – Luke 16:19-31
The parable of Lazarus and the rich man tells us that our final fate is determined in this life. And if we will not believe, no miracle will convince us.
Parable of the Persistent Widow – Luke 18:1-8
The parable of the persistent widow teaches us to be faithful in bringing our needs before God. He loves us and will respond. In his time.
The Parable of the Rich Fool – Luke 12:13-21
There is nothing wrong with having wealth. But, unlike the rich fool, we should recognize it is temporary, and work toward eternal riches.
The Lost and Found Parables – Luke 15:3-32
Jesus told three parables about something that was lost, but had been found. And the rejoicing in heaven over what was found.
A Deacon and a Prostitute: A Parable Retold – Luke 18:9-14
What would Jesus’ parable of two men going to pray look like in today’s world. Might it be a Baptist deacon and a common prostitute?
