Jesus tells a parable about a widow who constantly goes to a judge to get some justice. The judge finally agrees, only because he couldn’t bear the annoyance anymore. Luke 18:1 Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up. 2 He said: “In a [...]
As you read Luke, especially those times when Jesus is speaking, you get a very distinct picture of how sharp and pointed his statements are. In Luke 12 and even parts of 13, we see Jesus telling his disciples to be ready, to be on their guard for the return of the Master. We will [...]
Father into your hands I commit my spirit. Luke 23:46 All the events leading up to Jesus crucifixion and burial was one of denial, betrayal, torture, shame… Jesus died for the sins of those who laughed at him, taunted him and rejected him. Man, I do not know him… Prophesy! Who hit you?… He saved [...]
These past few weeks have been interesting. The theme of sonship seems to be popping up more often now. In a sermon series by Tim Keller on the Prodigal Son, he discusses true sonship. I started listening to a series entitled “Grace in the Church” by Steve brown in which he refers to sonship a [...]