luke 12:1-12
The opening of Luke 12, coming just after the battle-lines are drawn between Jesus and the Pharisees, collects some of Jesus’ most important teaching on dealing with opposition, fear, and social pressures.
The Gentle King
luke 19:28-46
Palm Sunday is a reminder to keep our eyes on Jesus, the Gentle King, and His way of Peace.
Woe Woe Woe
luke 11:45-54
Looking at Jesus’ woes to the experts in the law, we ask the question, how do we respond Jesus when he shines His light into the darker areas of our lives?
Let the Light In
luke 11:33-44
You can take care of external behaviours without your heart being changed, but having your heart changed will lead to a natural change in external behaviours.
Clash of Kingdoms
luke 11:14-26
In the "Beelzebul" controversy, Jesus urges his hearers to choose his side in the war against the darkness.
Keep it simple. Keep it real. Keep it up.
luke 11:5-13
Some practical thoughts on persistent prayer.
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Recommended books:
How to Pray, Pete Greig
God on Mute, Pete Greig
Celebration of Discipline, Richard Foster
The Life You've Always Wanted, John Ortberg.
The Lord's Prayer
Luke 11:1-4
Luke’s version of this famous prayer is much shorter than the one commonly said in churches. Why is that, and how should we respond?
Come sit at My feet
Luke 10:38-42
Among the all-consuming nature of life, the story of Mary & Martha challenges us to put aside our distractions and our busyness to come and sit at the feet of Jesus.
The Good Samaritan (or the bad spiritual leaders)
Luke 10:25-37
The parable of the Good Samaritan is explored through the context of loving God and abiding in him; with particular attention being paid to how we apply this today. The talk includes a video showing the work of a local charity, and an attempt to retell the parable as a children’s story.
Joyful return of the disciples
Luke 10:17-24
As the disciples return to Jesus with the joy at the thing’s they’ve done, Jesus himself rejoices, and takes another opportunity to teach.