Thanksgiving Eve Special 2020 ~ The Demonstration of Great Courage & Faith Under Fire.

Thanksgiving Eve Special This Thanksgiving holiday commemorates the 400th anniversary of the voyage of the ship named the Mayflower that was loaded with a band of 102 freedom seeking people, 41 of which were seeking religious freedom, later to be called the pilgrims, along with a crew of 30. On September 6, 1620, they set Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 16:19-21 ~ The Rich Man & Lazarus, Part 1: The Rich Man is Warned Not to be Blinded to Jesus in This Life ~ You Can’t Judge a Book by its Cover.

Vol. 19, No. 46 – November 29, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 16 d. The rich man and Lazarus, vs. 19-32, good stewards will be rewarded. Continuing His discourse on being a good steward of finances, our Lord’s rebuke of the Pharisees’ love for money leads Him to telling a story about the potential results Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 16:15-18 ~ Lovers of Money Justify Themselves Before God & Think Their Self-Righteousness Will Save Them ~ The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the Final & Absolute Word (Authority) Regarding God’s Plan of Salvation ~ The Permanent Force of the Gospel of Jesus Christ: Principles on Divorce & Remarriage.

Vol. 19, No. 45 – November 22, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 16 c. Rebuke of the Pharisees’ love of money, vs. 14-18, good stewards must be obedient. Next, in vs. 15, our Lord states, “for that which is highly esteemed among men is detestable in the sight of God.” “Highly Esteemed,” is the Adjective, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 16:9-15 ~ The Faithful Steward Must Have Character, Know the Consequences & Face the Challenge ~ Don’t be a Lover of Money ~ Lovers of Money Justify Themselves Before God, but He Knows Their True Heart.

Vol. 19, No. 44 – November 15, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 16 a. The unrighteous steward, vs. 1-9. Vs. 9 Luke 16:9, “And I say to you, make friends for yourselves by means of the wealth of unrighteousness, so that when it fails, they will receive you into the eternal dwellings.” This parable taught Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 16:1-9 ~ Chapter 16 Outline & Overview ~ Forgive – Make New & You Will Have an Eternal Dwelling Place with God.

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:32b ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 9 ~ God’s Grace in Repentance is Reason for Rejoicing & Celebration.

Vol. 19, No. 43 – November 8, 2020 Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15 13. Concerning God’s love for sinners, Luke 15:1-32. c. The Parable of the Prodigal Son, vs. 11-31. 3) The resentful brother and insightful father, vs. 25-32. Vs. 32b Luke 15:32b, “For this brother of yours was dead and has begun to live, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:31-32 ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 8; The Self-Pity Party Leads to Venomous Attacks on Others, Part 2 ~ Our Heavenly Father Assures Us of His Unconditional Promises ~ God’s Grace in Repentance is Reason for Rejoicing & Celebration.

Vol. 19, No. 42 – November 1, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 15 c. The Parable of the Prodigal Son, vs. 11-32, (continued). 3) The resentful brother and insightful father, vs. 25-32. Vs. 30 Luke 15:30, “But when this son of yours came, who has devoured your wealth with prostitutes, you killed the fattened calf Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:28-30 ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 7; Don’t be Angry, be Happy ~ Thou Shall Not Whine ~ The Self-Pity Party Leads to Venomous Attacks on Others.

Vol. 19, No. 41 – October 25, 2020 Gospel of Luke Chapter 15 C. The Parable of the Prodigal Son, vs. 11-32, (continued). 3) The resentful brother and insightful father, vs. 25-32. Vs. 28 Luke 15:28, “But he became angry and was not willing to go in; and his father came out and began pleading with Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:25-28 ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 6; We are to Celebrate the Victory of the Repentant Sinner ~ Jealousy Leads to Anger that Leads to a Multitude of Sins in Our Lives ~ Principles of Sinful Anger that Cause the Believer to Miss Out on Blessings.

Vol. 19, No. 40 – October 18, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Luke Chapter 15 C. The Parable of the Prodigal Son, vs. 11-32, (continued). 3) The resentful brother and insightful father, vs. 25-32. Vs. 25 Luke 15:25, “Now his older son was in the field, and when he came and approached the house, he heard Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:21-24 ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 5; The Father Immediately Restores the Repentant Wayward Son in Three Ways ~ Three Aspects of the Father’s Celebration when the Sinner Repents ~ Two Analogies of Recovery & Restoration; from Our Perspective & God’s.

Vol. 19, No. 39 – October 11, 2020 Luke Chapter 15 c. The Parable of the Prodigal Son, vs. 11-32, (continued). Vs. 21 Luke 15:21, “And the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your sight; I am no longer worthy to be called your son’.” “I am no longer worthy Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:20-21 ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 4; Principles of Repentance & the Loving & Forgiving Father ~ The Repentant Must Confess Their Sins to God the Father for Restoration ~ We Confess Our Sins to God in Faith, as He Meets Us on the Road to Recovery.

Vol. 19, No. 38 – October 4, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 15 c. The Parable of the Prodigal Son, vs. 11-31, (continued). Vs. 20 Luke 15:20, “So he got up and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion for him, and Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:17-20 ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 3; God Disciplines the Wayward Son to Get Them to Repent & Get Back into Fellowship with God, Pt. 2 ~The Repentant Mental Attitude Leads to Actions that Lead to Restoration with God ~ Discipline Leads to Recovery for the Humble, Repentant Believer.

Vol. 19, No. 37 – September 27, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 15 c. The Parable of the Prodigal Son, vs. 11-32, (continued). Vs. 17 Luke 15:17, “But when he came to his senses, he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired men have more than enough bread, but I am dying here with hunger!’” Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:14-17 ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 2; The Sinner is Devoid of God’s Word & Tries to Solve Their Own Problems ~ Even at Our Lowest Point, God Finds Us ~ God Disciplines the Wayward Son to Get Them to Repent & Get Back into the Plan of God ~ Doctrine of Divine Discipline.

Vol. 19, No. 36 – September 20, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 15 c. The Parable of the Prodigal Son, vs. 11-32, (continued). Vs. 14 Luke 15:14, “Now when he had spent everything, a severe famine occurred in that country, and he began to be impoverished.” Here we see that the young son did not Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:8-14 ~ The Parable of the Lost Coin; God Highly Values Every Lost Soul & Does Not Want to Lose One ~ The Parable of the Prodigal Son, Part 1; The Sinner Finds Famine in the World.

Vol. 19, No. 35 – September 13, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 15 b. The Parable of the Lost Coin, vs. 8-10. Remember, Jesus told these parables to convey the idea of value. God treasures the repentance of one lost sinner because He loves everyone, both individually and specifically. Vs. 8 Luke 15:8, “Or what Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 15:1-7 ~ The Parable of the Lost Sheep; We Should Diligently Search for Lost Souls & Rejoice When They are Found.

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 14:31-35 ~ To be a Disciple of Jesus We Prepare Our Souls for Battle so We can be Useful for Service. ~ When We are Disciples of Jesus We are Salts of the Earth!

Vol. 19, No. 34 – September 6, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 14, conclusion: Being a disciple of Jesus Christ. 12. Discipleship tested; be ready to give up everything for Christ, Luke 14:25-35, (continued). Even though salvation is free, being a disciple of Jesus is costly. Four costs are noted: 1) Putting family and self Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 14:25-30 ~ To Be a Disciple of Jesus: We Must Love Him More Than Anything Else in Life ~ We Must Carry Our Cross Daily ~ We Must Calculate the Cost of Being Renewed Daily ~ We Should Build Up Our Souls With the Word of God.

Vol. 19, No. 33 – August 30, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 14 IV. The Repudiation of the Son of Man by Men, Luke 9:51-19:27. I. Instruction in the Light of Rejection, Luke 12:1-19:27. 12. Concerning incompetent people; Discipleship tested; be ready to give up everything for Christ, Luke 14:25-35. This is the fifth and Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 14:15-24 ~ It is Absurd to Make Excuses for not Accepting Jesus as Your Savior ~ Even Though Some Reject God’s Invitation, it is Still Available to the Entire World.

Vol. 19, No. 32 – August 23, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 14 IV. The Repudiation of the Son of Man by Men, Luke 9:51-19:27. I. Instruction in the Light of Rejection, Luke 12:1-19:27. 11. Concerning indifferent people; rejection of Jesus’ invitation means exclusion from His Kingdom, Luke 14:15-24. This is the fourth lesson Jesus Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 14:1-14 ~ Outline of Chapter 14, Jesus Elicits Compassion from Us Over Any Traditions ~ Humble Yourself Before God & Man & God Will Exalt You ~ Compassion, Mercy, Grace & Love are Rewarded in the Eternal State.

Vol. 19, No. 31 – August 16, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 14 Gospel of Luke Chapter 14, Outline: IV. The Repudiation of the Son of Man by Men, Luke 9:51-19:27. I. Instruction in the Light of Rejection, Luke 12:1-19:27. 8. Concerning Inflexible People; Healing on the Sabbath, Luke 14:1-6. 9. Concerning Inflated People; Humble Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 13:22-28 ~ The Consequences of Rejecting or Accepting Jesus; the First Shall be Last & the Last Shall be First ~ Jesus Laments Over the People’s Rejection of Him as Savior!

Vol. 19, No. 30 – August 9, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 13 b. Enter through the narrow door / gate or be rejected, vs. 22-30, (continued), paralleled in Mat 7:13-22. Vs. 28 Luke 13:28, “In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth when you see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 13:22-28 ~ Enter the Kingdom of God Through the Narrow Door of Faith Alone in Christ Alone ~ The Consequences for Those Who Reject Jesus as Their Savior.

Vol. 19, No. 29 – August 2, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 13 Enter through the narrow door / gate or be rejected, vs. 22-30. This is paralleled in Mat 7:13-22. Luke used the two previous images, (mustard seed and leaven), to introduce two incidents, vs. 22-30, and vs. 31-35, each foreshadowing future difficulties. Vs. Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 13:18-21 ~ The Kingdom of God Grows Upward & Inward in You.

Vol. 19, No. 28 – July 26, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 13 IV. The Repudiation of the Son of Man by Men, Luke 9:51-19:27. I. Instruction in the Light of Rejection, Luke 12:1-19:27. 7. Concerning the Kingdom, Luke 13:18-35. a. Two object lessons to describe the Kingdom of God, vs. 18-21. b. Enter through Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 13:1-17 ~ Chapter Outline: Jesus Teaches the Need for All to Repent ~ A Warning Exhortation to Respond Positively to Jesus Christ as Your Savior ~ Jesus Demonstrates His Grace, Mercy, and Love, Even in the Face of Hypocritical Rejection.

Vol. 19, No. 27 – July 19, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 13 Chapter 13, Outline: IV. The Repudiation of the Son of Man by Men, Luke 9:51-19:27. I. Instruction in the Light of Rejection, Luke 12:1-19:27. 1. Concerning hypocrisy, Luke 12:1-12. 2. Concerning covetousness, Luke 12:13-34. 3. Concerning faithfulness, Luke 12:35-48. 4. Concerning division Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:51-59 ~ The Baptism of the Cross – What was Meant to Unify Actually Divides (Communion) ~ Some can Discern the Weather, but They Can’t See Jesus as Their Savior ~ Judge Jesus Honestly and Rightly & You Will See He is Your Savior!

Vol. 19, No. 26 – July 12, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 4. Concerning division, signs, and a final warning, Luke 12:49-59. a. Vs. 49-53, the Gospel of Jesus Christ will have a dividing nature on family members, (continued). Vs. 51-53, are paralleled in Mat 10:34-36. Vs. 51 Luke 12:51, “Do you suppose that Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:47-50 ~ There is a More Severe Punishment for Some in the Lake of Fire ~ To Whom Much is Given Much is Required. Lesser Punishment for the Unwitting Unbeliever ~ Jesus’ Strong Desire to Defeat Sin & Satan Constrained Him. The Baptism of the Cross.

Vol. 19, No. 25 – July 5, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 Vs. 45-48, The unfaithful steward will be condemned. Here, we have an example of the unbelieving servant. This reminds us that everyone is a child of God and is also a servant of God, even the unbeliever! Vs. 47, Luke 12:47, “And Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:45-46 ~ The Unfaithful Stewards Takes Advantage of Others in an Unjust & Unloving Way ~ The Unbelieving Steward Will Receive Severe Condemnation (Hades and The Lake of Fire).

Vol. 19, No. 24 – June 28, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 Vs. 45-48, The unfaithful steward will be condemned. Here, we have an example of the unbelieving servant. This reminds us that everyone is a child of God and is also a servant of God, even the unbeliever! Vs. 45, Luke 12:45, “But Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:39-44 ~ Be Ready for the Lord’s 2nd Coming ~ The Good Steward of God is Faithful and Sensible.

Vol. 19, No. 23 – June 21, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 The next two verses are paralleled in Mat 24:43-44. This is the third major parable in Luke 12. As the previous parable spoke of the return of the Master of the house and the servants eagerly anticipating his return, this parable reversed Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:36-38 ~ We are to Live Each Day in Anticipation of Our Lord’s Return, Pt. 2 ~ Blessings Come to Those Who are Eagerly Anticipating the Return of Our Lord.

Vol. 19, No. 22 – June 14, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 Vs. 36 Luke 12:36, “Be like men who are waiting for their master when he returns from the wedding feast, so that they may immediately open the door to him when he comes and knocks.” In the context of this passage and Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:27-36 ~ Object Lessons for Trusting in God’s Daily Provisions for Your life, Pt. 2, How to Faith-Rest in God for Your Every Need ~ Encouragement to Live the Faith-Rest Life and Not to Worry or be Afraid ~ We are to Live Each Day in Anticipation of Our Lord’s Return.

Vol. 19, No. 21 – June 7, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 2. Concerning covetousness, Luke 12:13-34. Vs. 27-28, regarding clothing. Luke 12:27-28, “Consider the lilies, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin; but I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory clothed himself like one of these. 28But if God Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:22-26 ~ Object Lessons for Trusting in God’s Daily Provisions for Your Life; Why We Should not Worry About Our Needs.

Vol. 19, No. 20 – May 31, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 In vs. 22-34, our Lord gives several object lessons as to why we should not covet material possession and instead trust in God to provide for the things we need. Vs. 22-31, are once again a portion of His teachings found in Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:16-21 ~ Store up for Yourselves, Heavenly Treasures Rather than Earthly Ones.

Vol. 19, No. 19 – May 17, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 2. Concerning covetousness, Luke 12:13-34. Vs. 16-21, The parable of the Rich Fool speaks to the futility of coveting material possessions. Vs. 16 Luke 12:16, “And He told them a parable, saying, ‘The land of a rich man was very productive’.” Jesus Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:10-15 ~ Two Denials & their Consequences; What does Blaspheming the Holy Spirit Mean? ~ Trust in the Holy Spirit to Defend You & Speak Boldly about Jesus Christ ~ We Should not Desire the Temporal Things of this World, but the Eternal Heavenly Inheritance Waiting for Us.

Vol. 19, No. 18 – May 10, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 1. Concerning hypocrisy, Luke 12:1-12. The third mandate of Chapter 12 is: c. Confess the Son of Man openly, boldly, and freely, vs. 8-10. Vs. 8-9, are paralleled in Mat 10:32-33. Vs. 10 Luke 12:10, “And everyone who speaks a word against Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:8-9 ~ Praise the Lord Before Men & He Will Praise You Before God & Angels ~ A Tribute to My Father David Rickard ~ Denying Jesus Means the Believer Loses Out on Great Blessings in Heaven, but Not their Salvation!

Vol. 19, No. 17 – May 3, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 1. Concerning hypocrisy, Luke 12:1-12. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The third mandate of Chapter 12 is: c. Confess the Son of Man openly, boldly, and freely, vs. 8-10. Vs. 8-9, are paralleled in Mat 10:32-33. As Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:5-7 ~ Have Reverence for God Because He Cares for You More than You Know.

Vol. 19, No. 16 – April 26, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 I. Instruction in the Light of Rejection, Luke 12:1-19:27. 1. Concerning hypocrisy, Luke 12:1-12. 2. Concerning covetousness, Luke 12:13-34. 3. Concerning faithfulness, Luke 12:35-48. 4. Concerning division and signs, Luke 12:49-59. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 12:1-5 ~ Intro to Chapter 12; The Problem with Hypocrisy ~ Why We Should Not be Hypocrites; God Knows All & Will Judge Us All.

Vol. 19, No. 15 – April 19, 2020 Gospel of Luke Chapter 12 I. Instruction in the Light of Rejection, Luke 12:1-19:27. 1. Concerning hypocrisy, Luke 12:1-12. 2. Concerning covetousness, Luke 12:13-34. 3. Concerning faithfulness, Luke 12:35-48. 4. Concerning division and signs, Luke 12:49-59. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 1. Concerning hypocrisy, Luke 12:1-12. These final Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:45-54 ~ Religion Lays Down Heavy Burdens. Christ Takes Away Our Burdens in Grace for Freedom ~ Legalism Rejects Those Sent by God & Stops People from Entering His Kingdom ~ The Plotted Revenge Against Our Lord Led to His Passion Week.

Vol. 19, No. 14 – April 12, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 H. Rejection by Pharisees and Lawyers, Luke 11:37-54. 2. Rebuke of the Lawyers’ Unbelief, vs. 45-52. In Matthew’s parallel account, Mat 23, Jesus addressed the woe judgments to both the Pharisees and Lawyers/Scribes. Luke chose to break them out between them. So, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:37-44 ~ It is the Inward Heart of Grace & Love that God Desires ~ We are Cleansed Inside & Out Through Christ’s Sacrifice Upon the Cross ~ We Need to Throw Off Self-Righteousness so We can See Jesus More Clearly & Serve Others.

Vol. 19, No. 13 – April 5, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 H. Rejection by Pharisees and Lawyers, Luke 11:37-54. 1. Rebuke of the Pharisees’ Unbelief, vs. 37-44. 2. Rebuke of the Lawyers’ Unbelief, vs. 45-52. 3. The Plotted Revenge of the Pharisees and Lawyers, vs. 53-54. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:29-36 ~ The Ninevites Repentance Tells of the Faith We Must Have During this Corona Virus Crisis ~ Faithfulness to God Condemns the Unbelief of Others ~ The Lamp Analogy: Jesus’ Encourage- ment to Believers to Guard the Truth in Their Soul & be Beacons for Christ.

Vol. 19, No. 12 – March 29, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 G. Rejection by the Nations Luke 11:14-36 3. Prophecy of Judgment against the Nation, vs. 29-36. a. Jonah a sign of Jesus as the Messiah, vs. 29-30. (cont.) b. Various Judges against that Generation in the Judgment, vs. 31-32. c. The Lamp Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:23-30 ~ Rejection of Jesus Leads to the Last State Being Worse than the First ~ We are Blessed When We Learn & Apply the Word of God ~ The Sign of Jonah Speaks to Our Lord’s Death, Burial & Resurrection.

Vol. 19, No. 11 – March 22, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 G. Rejection by the Nation, Luke 11:14-36. 1. The Divided Kingdom, vs 14-26. 2. Observers of the Word are the Blessed Ones, vs. 27-28. 3. Prophecy of Judgment against the Nation, vs. 29-36. a. Jonah a sign of Jesus as the Messiah, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:11-22 ~ God Will Answer Our Prayers More Readily than a Human Father to His Children’s Requests ~ God’s Kingdom is Not Divided ~ Jesus is the Stronger Man who Gives Us Victory .

Vol. 19, No. 10 – March 8, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 F. Instruction on Prayer, Luke 11:1-13. 2. Instruction for Persistence in your Requests to God, vs. 4-13. G. Rejection by the Nation, Luke 11:14-36. 1. The Divided Kingdom, vs 14-26. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:4-10 ~ The Lord’s Template Prayer, Pt. 5 ~ Lead Us not into Temptation: What We Learn When We are Tempted, Pt. 2 ~ The Importance & Principles of Persistence.

Vol. 19, No. 9 – March 1, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 F. Instruction on Prayer, Luke 11:1-13. 1. The Lord’s Prayer Template, vs. 1-4. 2. Instruction for Persistence in your Requests to God, vs. 4-13. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Vs 4 Luke Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:4 ~ The Lord’s Template Prayer, Pt. 4 ~ Lead Us not into Temptation: Satan’s System of Temptation ~ Satan’s Schemes ~ What We Learn when We are Tempted.

Vol. 19, No. 8 – February 23, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 F. Instruction on Prayer, Luke 11:1-13. 1. The Lord’s Prayer Template, vs. 1-4, paralleled and expanded in Mat 6:9-13. Vs 4 Luke 11:4, “And forgive us our sins, for we ourselves also forgive everyone who is indebted to us. Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:4 ~ The Lord’s Template Prayer, Pt. 3: Forgiveness of Sins, Why Confess Your Sins ~ The Forgiveness of Other’s Sins Towards Us, so that We can have Our Sins Forgiven Experientially by God ~ What “Lead Us Not Into Temptation” Really Means, Pt. 1.

Vol. 19, No. 7 – February 16, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 F. Instruction on Prayer, Luke 11:1-13. Teaching on the characteristics of disciples, here our Lord is concerned with the relationship of the disciples to God in prayer. 1. The Lord’s Prayer Template, vs. 1-4. This section is paralleled and expanded in Mat Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:2-4 ~ The Lord’s Template Prayer, Pt. 2: Kingdom Come & Daily Bread ~ Forgiveness of Sins

Vol. 19, No. 6 – February 9, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 F. Instruction on Prayer, Luke 11:1-13. Teaching on the characteristics of disciples, here our Lord is concerned with the relationship of the disciples to God in prayer. 1. The Lord’s Prayer Template, vs. 1-4. This section is paralleled and expanded on in Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 11:1-2 ~ Prohibitions for Our Prayer Life, Teach Us How to Pray ~ The Lord’s Template Prayer, Pt. 1: Reverence for God the Father.

Vol. 19, No. 5 – February 2, 2020 Gospel of Luke Chapter 11 F. Instruction on Prayer, Luke 11:1-13. Teaching on the characteristics of disciples, here our Lord is concerned with the relationship of the disciples to God in prayer. We begin Chapter 11 with the first section regarding the prayer life. Here we have two Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 10:25-42 ~Jesus Turns the Table on the Self-Righteous Regarding Salvation ~ Lessons of Love from the Good Samaritan ~ Jesus Stresses Having the Right Priority in Life: Listening to His Word ~ Review of Chapter 10 & Overview of Chapter 11.

Vol. 19, No. 4 – January 26, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 10 IV. The Repudiation of the Son of Man by Men, Luke 9:51-19:27. D. Rejection by a Lawyer, (Parable of the Good Samaritan), Luke 10:25-37. 1. The Lawyer’s self-righteous arrogance, vs. 25-29. 2. The object lesson of true righteousness, the Good Samaritan, vs. Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 10:20-24 ~ Rejoice Because of Your Experiential & Positional Victories in Christ; The Book of Life ~ Jesus Rejoices in a Hymn of Praise to God the Father for His Great Plan of Salvation & the Privilege of Being a Disciple.

Vol. 19, No. 3 – January 19, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 10 IV. The Repudiation of the Son of Man by Men, Luke 9:51-19:27. C. Commissioning of the Seventy, Luke 10:1-24. 3. Lessons on humility in victory, vs. 17-20. Vs. 20 Luke 10:207, “Nevertheless do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 10:12-19 ~ Our Lord’s Judgment Against the Unbeliever ~ We Should Have Joy in Our Lives Due to Our Lord’s Victory that is Given to Us.

Vol. 19, No. 2 – January 12, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 10 IV. The Repudiation of the Son of Man by Men, Luke 9:51-19:27. C. Commissioning of the Seventy, Luke 10:1-24. 2. Warning of Judgment for those who reject the Gospel, vs. 12-16. This is paralleled in Mat 11:21-23. Vs. 12 Luke 10:12, “I Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 10:5-6 ~ Christmas Special: Peace with God & Peace with Men, Pt. 2

Vol. 19, No. 1 – January 5, 2020 The Gospel of Luke Jesus Christ is the “Lord of Peace,” as noted in 2 Thes 3:16, because He defeated Satan and sin upon the Cross that results in a reconciliation between God and the believer in Jesus Christ. As such, He brought the Gospel of Peace to Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 10:5-6 w/ Luke 2:1-20 ~ God’s Peace for Our Lives through Jesus Christ ~ Christmas Special: Peace with God & Peace with Men.

Vol. 18, No. 49 – December 29, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 10 Christmas Special As we celebrate this Christmas, I wanted to remind you of a great lesson our Lord taught in our current passage of study, Luke 10:5-6. In that study our Lord is sending out 70/72 disciples ahead of Him to prepare Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 10:1-11 ~ Introduction to Chapter 10 ~ God’s Provision in Sending Us Out in Ministry ~ Principles of Evangelism

Vol. 18, No. 48 – December 22, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 10 Outline of the Book: I. Preface: The Method and Purpose of Writing, Luke 1:1-4. II. The Identification of the Son of Man with Men, Luke 1:5-4:13. III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. IV. The Repudiation of Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 9:49-62 ~ A Real Life Example of Humility for Greatness in the Kingdom of God ~ Tribalism Leads to Vengeance & Destruction ~ Jesus Calls His Disciples for Unreserved Sacrifice, Undivided Devotion & Unwavering Commitment

Vol. 18, No. 47 – December 15, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 9 Outline for Chapter 9: III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 12. Ministry of prediction, Luke 9:18-50. Topics of Chapter 9: 8. The argument among the apostles as to who Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 9:37-48 ~ The Refinement of Greater Faith ~ Jesus’ Prediction of His Crucifixion ~ A Lesson on Humility for Greatness in the Kingdom of God

Vol. 18, No. 46 – December 8, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 9 Outline for Chapter 9: III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 12. Ministry of prediction, Luke 9:18-50. Topics of Chapter 9: 6. The casting out of another demon, vs. 37-43a. Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 9:26-36 ~ To be a Follower of Jesus, We Need to Take Up Our Cross, Pt. 2 ~ The Transfiguration, A Glimpse into the Kingdom of God

Vol. 18, No. 45 – December 1, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 9 Outline for Chapter 9: III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 12. Ministry of prediction, Luke 9:18-50. Topics of Chapter 9: 4. The exhortation to follow Jesus by “carrying your Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 9:10b-25 ~ The Feeding of the 5000 is a Lesson of Faith ~ Who is Jesus: The Seven I Am’s & the Prophecy of His Death & Resurrection ~ To be a Follower of Jesus We Need to Take Up Our Cross, Pt. 1

Vol. 18, No. 44 – November 24, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 9 Outline for Chapter 9: III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 11. Ministry to physical needs; Main topic: The miraculous feeding of the 5,000, Luke 9:10b-17. This scene is paralleled Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 9:1-10a ~ Introduction to Chapter 9, The Sending Out of the Twelve Relates to Jesus Sending Us Out to Witness His Gospel

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 8:49-56 ~ Faithfulness Leads to Healing Physically, Socially, & Spiritually, Pt. 2 ~ Witnessing Jesus’ Power & Work in the Lives of Others Gives Us Greater Faith too!

Vol. 18, No. 43 – November 17, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 8-9 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 9. Ministry in death and despair, Luke 8:40-56, (continued). Vs. 49-56, Jairus’ daughter raised. Vs. 49 Luke 8:49, “While He was still speaking, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 8:28-48 ~ The Dangers of Demon Possession & Influence that the Good Soil Soul Avoids, Pt. 2 ~ The Abyss Leads to the Demon’s Final Abode that the Believer is Saved from Through Christ ~ Faithfulness Leads to Healing Physically, Socially, & Spiritually

Vol. 18, No. 42 – November 10, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 8 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 8. Ministry over demons, Luke 8:26-39, (continued). Vs. 28 Luke 8:28, “Seeing Jesus, he cried out and fell before Him, and said in Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 8:21-27 ~ Loving Jesus More than Our Earthly Families & Ourselves Gives Us a Greater Heavenly Family ~ The Good Soil Soul has Peace & Tranquility Through Christ in Times of Great Storms ~ The Dangers of Demon Possession & Influence that the Good Soil Soul Avoids

Vol. 18, No. 41 – November 3, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 8 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. 6. Ministry Illustrated Through Parables, Luke 8:4-21. c. Our true family members, vs. 19-21. Vs. 21 Luke 8:21, “But He answered and said to them, ‘My mother and My brothers Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 8:8-21 ~ Parables Reveal the Mystery Doctrines to the Believer ~ Let Your Light Shine Before Men ~ Your True Family!

Vol. 18, No. 40 – October 27, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 8 6. Ministry illustrated through parables, Luke 8:4-21. a. The seeds sown on various soils, vs. 4-15. b. The Lamp not covered, vs. 16-18. c. Our true family members, vs. 19-21. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 8:1-15 ~ Three Great Women that Supported Jesus Ministry ~ The Parable of the Four Soils. Which are you?

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 7:36-50 ~ The Weeping Woman Identifies with Jesus as Savior

Vol. 18, No. 39 – October 20, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 7-8 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 4. Ministry to sinners, Luke 7:36-50. a. The Prelude: The woman anointing the feet of Jesus, vs. 36-39. b. The Parable: Two debtors, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 7:28-35 ~ The Least in the Kingdom of God is Greater than John the Baptist ~ God’s Just Plan for Your Life, is Rejected by Those Who do not Believe ~ Rejection of Jesus’ and God’s Plan for Your Life Usually Entails Hypocrisy

Vol. 18, No. 38 – October 13, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 3. Ministry in doubt, Luke 7:18-35, (continued). Vs. 28 Luke 7:28, “I say to you, among those born of women there is no Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 7:11-27 ~ In Love & Compassion, Jesus Raises the Dead ~ John the Baptist’s Doubt & Jesus’ Encouragement

Vol. 18, No. 37 – October 6, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. D. Activities of His Ministry, Luke 7:1-9:50. 2. Ministry in death, Luke 7:11-17. Jesus raises a widow’s adult son. This scene is only recorded in Luke’s Gospel that was written Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 7:1-10 ~ The Incredible Faith of the Centurion

Chapter 6:43-49 ~ The Great Sermon on the Plain (cont.) ~ Principles of Forgiving (cont.) & Obeying

Vol. 18, No. 36 – September 29, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6 IV. The Associates of His Ministry, Luke 6:12-49. B. The characteristics of disciples, (The Great Sermon), Luke 6:17-49. 1. Vs. 20-26, Blessings and Woes / Warnings – The beatitudes and anti-beatitudes. 2. Vs. 27-36, Principles of Loving. 3. Vs. 37-45, Principles of Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 6:37-42 ~ The Great Sermon on the Plain (cont.) ~ Principles of Forgiving

Vol. 18, No. 35 – September 22, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6 IV. The Associates of His Ministry, Luke 6:12-49. B. The characteristics of disciples, (The Great Sermon), Luke 6:17-49. 1. Vs. 20-26, Blessings and Woes / Warnings – The beatitudes and anti-beatitudes. 2. Vs. 27-36, Principles of Loving. 3. Vs. 37-45, Principles of Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 6:24-36 ~ The Great Sermon on the Plain (cont.) – Luke’s Anti-Beatitudes ~ Principles of Loving

Vol. 18, No. 34 – September 15, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6:24-3 IV. The Associates of His Ministry, Luke 6:12-49, A. The call of the disciples, Luke 6:12-16. B. The characteristics of disciples, (The Great Sermon), Luke 6:17-49. 1. Vs. 20-26, Blessings and Woes / Warnings – The beatitudes and anti-beatitudes. 2. Vs. 27-36, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 6:14-23 ~ The Apostles of Jesus Christ (cont.) ~ The Apostles Code ~ The Great Sermon on the Plain (Blessings and Woes / Warnings – The Beatitudes and Anti-Beatitudes)

Vol. 18, No. 33 – September 8, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6 IV. The Associates of His Ministry, Luke 6:12-49, (Continued). 1. The call of the disciples, Luke 6:12-16. 2. The characteristics of disciples, (The Great Sermon), Luke 6:17-49. ~ ~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 6:12-16 ~ God’s Calling and Election of the Disciples, Parallels Our Calling and Election to Salvation ~ The Apostles of Jesus Christ

Vol. 18, No. 32 – September 1, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6 We now start a new section in our outline of Luke, which will take us to the end of the Chapter. IV. The Associates of His Ministry, Luke 6:12-49. 1. The call of the disciples, Luke 6:12-16. 2. The characteristics of disciples, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 6:9-11 ~ Jesus’ Righteous Indignation Led to Demonstrating Gods Love, Mercy & Grace vs. Sinful Anger

Vol. 18, No. 31 – August 25, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14-9:50. B. The Authority of His Ministry, Luke 4:31-6:11. 8. Over deformity, Luke 6:6-11. Vs. 9 Luke 6:9, “And Jesus said to them, ‘I ask you, is it lawful to do Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 6:1-8 ~ Jesus, the Son of Man, is the Lord of the Sabbath Who Gives Us Rest & Heals Our Sins Leading to Resurrection Life.

Vol. 18, No. 30 – August 11, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 6 Outline of the Book: I. Preface: The Method and Purpose of Writing, Luke 1:1-4. II. The Identification of the Son of Man with Men, Luke 1:5-4:13. A. The Temptation of the Son of Man, Luke 4:1-13. III. The Ministry of the Son Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 5:33-39 ~ Jesus Tells us to Rejoice in our Faith ~ Jesus Uses the Analogy of New vs. Old to Contrast the New Age, New Nature, and New Life in Christ with the Old

Vol. 18, No. 29 – August 4, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 5 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14 – 9:50. A. The Announcement of His Ministry, Luke 4:14-30. B. The Authority of His Ministry, Luke 4:31-6:11. 1. Over demons, Luke 4:31-37. 2. Over disease, Luke 4:38-44. 3. Over Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 5:12-32 ~ Jesus Continues to Demonstrate His Authority by Healing a Leper ~ Jesus’ Healing of the Paralytic Shows Forgiveness of Our Sins and the New Life We have in Christ ~ Levi’s Banquet Shows that Jesus Came to Heal the Sinner

Vol. 18, No. 28 – July 28, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 5 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14 – 9:50. A. The Announcement of His Ministry, Luke 4:14-30. B. The Authority of His Ministry, Luke 4:31-6:11. 1. Over demons, Luke 4:31-37. 2. Over disease, Luke 4:38-44. 3. Over Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 4:38-5:11 ~ Jesus Heals the Sick That Tells Us Of Our Forgiveness of Sin, Resurrection, and Service Towards God ~ Jesus Continues to Demonstrate His Authority by Exercising Demons, Controlling Creation, and Selecting Disciples

Vol. 18, No. 27 – July 21, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 4 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14 – 9:50. A. The Announcement of His Ministry, Luke 4:14-30. B. The Authority of His Ministry, Luke 4:31-6:11. 1. Over demons, Luke 4:31-37. 2. Over disease, Luke 4:38-44. In this Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 4:20-37 ~ Jesus’ Ministry from Acceptance to Rejection ~ Jesus Proves His Authority by Teaching the Word and Exercising Demons

Vol. 18, No. 26 – July 14, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 4 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14 – 9:50. A. The Announcement of His Ministry, Luke 4:14-30. B. The Authority of His Ministry, Luke 4:31-6:11. 1. Over demons, Luke 4:31-37. 2. Over disease, Luke 4:38-44. A. The Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 4:14-19 ~ Jesus Publicly Announces His Ministry & The Year of Jubilee

Vol. 18, No. 25 – July 7, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 4 III. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men, Luke 4:14 – 9:50. A. The Announcement of His Ministry, Luke 4:14-30. B. The Authority of His Ministry, Luke 4:31-6:11. 1. Over demons, Luke 4:31-37. 2. Over disease, Luke 4:38-44. A. The Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 4:1-13 ~ The Three Temptations of Satan towards Jesus, Pt. 2 ~ Principles of Temptation to be an Overcomer

Vol. 18, No. 24 – June 23, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 4 The Third Temptation: Luke 4:9-12, “And he led Him to Jerusalem and had Him stand on the pinnacle of the temple, and said to Him, “If You are the Son of God, throw Yourself down from here; 10for it is written, ‘HE Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 4:3-8 ~ The Three Temptations of Satan towards Jesus, Pt. 1

Vol. 18, No. 23 – June 16, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 4 Vs. 3 -12, The Three Temptations of Satan. Last week, having gone through and understanding the principles of Doctrine regarding our Lord’s Hypostatic Union, Kenosis, and Impeccability, we can better understand the temptations He endured. As we have seen, Jesus was led Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 4:1-2 ~ Jesus was Full of the Holy Spirit to Overcome Temptation; Jesus was Tempted but Remained Without Sin

Vol. 18, No. 22 – June 9, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 4 Outline of the Book: I. Preface: The Method and Purpose of Writing, Luke 1:1-4. II. The Identification of the Son of Man with Men, Luke 1:5-4:13. I.The Temptation of the Son of Man, Luke 4:1-13. II. The Ministry of the Son of Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 3:21-38 ~ Unique Aspects of Jesus’ Baptism, the Symbol of a Dove & the Importance of the Lineage of Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Luke

Vol. 18, No. 21 – June 2, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 3 Jesus’ Baptism by John, vs. 21-22. These two verses are one single sentence in Greek. Here, Luke sees Jesus’ baptism as the climax and culmination of John’s ministry of baptism, yet he does not say directly that John baptized Jesus, although it Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 3:17-20 ~ The Baptism of the Son of Man, Pt. 6 ~ John Preaches the Gospel & the Coming of Jesus’ Ministry, Pt. 3 ~ Jesus’ Judgment for the Unbeliever – The Eternal Lake of Fire ~ John’s Reproof of Herod, and Herod’s Reprisal

Vol. 18, No. 20 – May 19, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 3 The Doctrine of the Eternal Lake of Fire / Hell Throughout His ministry Jesus taught that the lost would depart into eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels; an eternal punishment. In other words, they will suffer endless, conscious agony Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 3:16-17 ~ The Baptism of the Son of Man, Pt. 5 ~ John Preaches the Coming of Jesus’ Ministry Pt. 2 ~ The Baptism with Fire, Jesus’ Judgment and Winnowing Fork

Vol. 18, No. 19 – May 12, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 3 Doctrine of the Baptism with Fire “Fire,” is the Greek Noun PUR. In the OT, fire was used for both a cleansing, purifying agent and an agent of destruction. God demonstrated His pleasure with fire upon the altar, Gen 15:17; Lev 9:23f.; Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 3:15-16 ~ The Baptism of the Son of Man, Pt. 4 ~ John Preaches the Coming of Jesus’ Ministry ~ The Baptism of the Spirit

The Gospel of Luke Chapter 3 In Chapter 3, we are currently noting: G. The Baptism of the Son of Man, Luke 3:1-22. 4. John preaches the Gospel and coming of Jesus’ ministry, vs. 15-18. Vs. 15, “Now while the people were in a state of expectation and all were wondering in their hearts about Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 3:7-14 ~ The Baptism of the Son of Man, Pt. 3 ~ Resurrection Sunday; Salvation Glory Results in Resurrection Glory ~ John’s Exhortation to Produce Divine Good!

Vol. 18, No. 17 – April 28, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 3 In Chapter 3, we are currently noting: G. The Baptism of the Son of Man, Luke 3:1-22. 2. The prophecy of Isaiah fulfilled in John, vs. 3-6. Salvation Glory that Results in Resurrection Glory! In our study of Luke’s Gospel, we Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 3:3-6 ~ The Baptism of the Son of Man, Pt. 2 ~ The Prophecy of Isaiah Fulfilled in John the Baptist’s Ministry!

Vol. 18, No. 16 – April 21, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 3 In Chapter 3, we are currently noting: G. The Baptism of the Son of Man, Luke 3:1-22. 2. The prophecy of Isaiah fulfilled in John, vs. 3-6. Vs. 3 Luke 3:3, “And he came into all the district Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 3:1-2 ~ The Baptism of the Son of Man, John the Baptist Commissioned by God, Pt. 1 ~ Luke’s Historicity.

Vol. 18, No. 15 – April 14, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 3 Outline: I. Preface: The Method and Purpose of Writing, Luke 1:1-4. II. The Identification of the Son of Man with Men, Luke 1:5-4:13. A. The Announcement of the Birth of John the Baptist, Luke 1:5-25. B. The Announcement of the Birth of Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 2:39-52 ~ The Advent of Jesus Christ, Pt. 8. Jesus at the Temple at Age 12 Speaks of His Ministry & Resurrection

Vol. 18, No. 14 – April 7, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 2 II. The Identification of the Son of Man with Men, Luke 1:5-4:13. F.The Advancement of the Boy, including the Temple incident at age 12, vs. 39-52. Vs. 39 Luke 2:39, “When they had performed everything according to the Law of the Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 2:32-38 ~ The Advent of Jesus Christ, Pt. 7 ~ Simeon’s Praise ~ Jesus a Light to Gentiles & Glory to Israel ~ Jesus is the Stone, the Sign, & the Sword ~ Anna’s Great Praise of Thanksgiving

Vol. 18, No. 13 – March 31, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 2 Vs. 32 Luke 2:32, “A LIGHT OF REVELATION TO THE GENTILES, and the glory of Your people Israel.” In this verse, Simeon is referring to Jesus as the Isaianic Servant-Messiah, (i.e., how Isaiah described Him), cf. Isa 42:6; 49:6. Isa 49:6, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 2:24-32 ~ The Advent of Jesus Christ, Pt. 6 ~ Jesus Named, Circumcised & Presented at the Temple in Fulfillment of the Law, Pt. 2 ~ Simeon Meets Joseph & Mary in the Temple to Bless Jesus

Vol. 18, No. 12 – March 24, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 2 The Identification of the Son of Man with Men, Luke 1:5-4:13. The Adoration of the Babe, as Jesus is presented at the Temple, vs. 21-38. The adoration from Simeon, vs. 25-35. Vs. 24 (continued) Luke 2:24, “And to offer a sacrifice according Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 2:12-24 ~ The Advent of Jesus Christ, Pt. 5 ~ The Announcement to the Shepherds, Pt. 4 ~ Lessons of Faith from the Shepherd’s Adoration of Jesus ~ Jesus Named, Circumcised & Presented at the Temple in Fulfillment of the Law

Vol. 18, No. 11 – March 17, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 2 It is interesting to note that as in the cases of Moses, Gideon, and Zechariah, God spoke to people who were busy carrying out their daily work, Luke 1:11-20; Ex 3:1-10; Judges 6:11-24. God loves to see His child active, not idle!! Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 2:11 ~ The Advent of Jesus Christ, Pt. 4 ~ The Announcement to the Shepherds, Pt. 3 ~ Jesus is Savior, Christ, Lord, Pt. 2

Vol. 18, No. 10 – March 10, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 2 Vs. 11 Luke 2:11, “For today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” In this verse, the angel gave the shepherds the meaning of Jesus’ name in three important titles: Savior, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 2:11 ~ The Advent of Jesus Christ, Pt. 3 ~ The Announcement to the Shepherds, Pt. 2 ~ Jesus is Savior, Christ, Lord

Vol. 18, No. 9 – March 3, 2019 The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 2 Vs. 11 – Luke 2:11, “For today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” This announcement is one of the most packed verses in the Bible. In these few words, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 2:7-10 ~ The Advent of Jesus Christ, Pt. 2 ~ Jesus, the Firstborn! Pt. 2 ~ The Sacrificial Lamb that Saves ~ No Room at the Inn & The Announcement to the Shepherds

Vol. 18, No. 8 – February 24, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 2 Vs. 7 Luke 2:7, “And she gave birth to her firstborn son; and she wrapped Him in cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” “Laid him in a manger,” uses the Aorist, Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 2:1-7 ~ The Advent of Jesus Christ ~ The Journey to Bethlehem, a Picture of Faith and Divine Providence ~ Jesus, the Firstborn!

Vol. 18, No. 7 – February 17, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 2:1-7 Outline II. The Identification of the Son of Man with Men, Luke 1:5-4:13. D. The Advent of the Son of Man, Luke 2:1-20. 1. The birth narrative, vs. 1-7. 2. The announcement to and adoration from the shepherds, vs. 8-20. E. The Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:78-80 ~ The Advent of John the Baptist Pt. 4 – Zachariah’s Great Praise, Pt. 4 ~ For Sending the Sunrise for our Salvation ~ A Purpose for the Sunrise: To Give the Knowledge of Salvation ~ Another Purpose for the Sunrise: To Guide Us in the Way of Peace!

Vol. 18, No. 6 – February 10, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 1 Verses 78-80 d. Praise to God for the coming of “the Sunrise,” the giving of the Messiah, vs. 78-79. Vs. 78 Luke 1:78, “Because of the tender mercy of our God, with which the Sunrise from on high will visit us.” This Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:72-77 ~ Advent of John the Baptist Pt. 3 ~ Zachariah’s Great Praise, Pt. 2 ~ For Fulfilling His Promises to Abraham ~ For Sending John to Teach Salvation

Vol. 18, No. 5 – February 3, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 1 – Verses 72-77 b. Praise to God for Keeping His Promise to Abraham, (the Abrahamic Covenant), vs. 72-75. Vs. 72 Luke 1:72, “To show mercy toward our fathers, and to remember His holy covenant.” “To show,” is the Verb PIOEO once Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:68-71 ~ The Advent of John the Baptist Pt. 2 ~ Zachariah’s Great Praise ~ Redemption ~ Fulfilling His Covenant

Vol. 18, No. 4 – January 27, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 1:68-71 a.) Praise to God for Keeping His Promise to David, (the Davidic Covenant), vs 68-71. The Results of Redemption: Redemption propitiates God the Father, Rom 3:25. We are delivered from the curse of the Law, Gal 3:13; 4:4-7. We have the forgiveness Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:56-68 ~ The Advent of John the Baptist, Pt. 1

Vol. 18, No. 03 – January 20, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 1 B. The Announcement of the Birth of the Son of Man, Luke 1:26-56. Vs. 56 In vs. 56, we see that Mary, MARIAM, stayed with her relative Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. This would place Mary either very Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:46-55 ~ The Announcement of the Birth of the Son of Man to Mary Pt. 4 ~ Mary’s Great Proclamation of Joy in the Messiah

Vol. 18, No. 02 – January 13, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Verse 46-55 In these passages, there are 20 or so discernable OT quotations and allusions. It shows how much Mary knew of her Scriptures and how cherished they were in her home. She blends quotations and allusions to Messianic psalms and OT prophecy. Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:36–45 ~ The Announcement of the Birth of the Son of Man to Mary, Pt. 3 ~ Mary, the Picture of a Wonderful, Faithful Servant ~ Elizabeth’s Great Proclamation of Joy in the Messiah ~ Our Response to God’s Word in Faith Must be Done with Haste, Zeal, and Diligence.

Vol. 18, No. 01 – January 6, 2019 The Gospel of Luke Verse 36-45 Vs. 36-37 Gabriel, in grace, continues to provide Mary information about her pregnancy to further bolster and strengthen her faith. Interestingly, even though Mary did not ask for a miraculous sign or confirmation as Zachariah did in doubt and unfaithfulness, the Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:28-35 ~ The Announcement of the Birth of the Son of Man to Mary, Pt. 2 ~ God’s Grace Brought Our Savior into the World ~ The Babe’s Eternal Kingdom Announced ~ The Importance of the Virgin Birth!

Vol. 17, No. 51 – December 23, 2018 The Gospel of Luke Chapter 1:28-35 B. The Announcement of the Birth of the Son of Man, Luke 1:26-56. In vs. 26-27, we were introduced to the lowly, humble nature by which our Lord and Savior would be brought into this world. In vs. 28-31, we are introduced Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:26-27 ~ The Announcement of the Birth of the Son of Man, Pt. 1 ~ The Necessity of the Virgin Birth

Vol. 17, No. 50 – December 16, 2018 The Announcement of the Birth of the Son of Man, Luke 1:26-56. Vs. 26 The first thing Luke does is connect the announcement to Mary with the announcement to Elizabeth by using the connective Conjunction DE, “now,” and saying, “in the sixth month,” HEKTOS MEN, which is also Full Article…

The Gospel of Luke ~ Chapter 1:1-25 ~ Outline & Introduction to the Son of Man, the Savior Presented to Gentiles ~ The Unique Emphasis of the Gospel of Luke ~ The Announcement of the Birth of John the Baptist, a Lesson of Faith!

Vol. 17, No. 49 – December 9, 2018 The Gospel of Luke Outline of the Book, based on Charles Ryrie’s: I. Preface: The Method and Purpose of Writing (1:1-4) II. The Identification of the Son of Man with Men (1:5-4:13) A. The Announcement of the Birth of John the Baptist (1:5-25) B. Full Article…

The Book of Proverbs ~ Chapter 22:22-29 ~ The Wise Care for & Protect the Poor & Afflicted ~ We Become Like Those We Associate with & are to be Wise in Our Financial Dealings ~ Be Satisfied with what God has Blessed You with, Do Your Job Well.

Vol. 17, No. 48 – December 2, 2018 The Book of Proverbs Chapter 22 3. The wise ones care for and protect the poor, vs. 22-29. This section also begins a Decalogue of “Sayings” about wealth, Prov 22:22-23:11. There is an inclusion proscribing taking advantage of the poor, Prov 22:22, and of the “fatherless,” Prov 23:10, with threats the Lord will Full Article…

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