It has been said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. That may or may not be true. Sometimes imitation can be good. I am thankful for some imitations such as “generics” (medication, food, etc.) because they usually imitate the real product well for a fraction of the cost. Sometimes, however, imitation is notContinueContinue reading “Beware of Cheap Imitations (Luke 13:10-17)”
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Thinking Biblically about Tragedy (Luke 13:1-9)
The subject matter of today’s sermon is difficult because most–if not all–of us have either experienced tragedy or know someone who has. For those in the midst of tragedy, you know that there are no easy answers. As a pastor, my prayer is that you will find comfort in the midst of life’s storms fromContinueContinue reading “Thinking Biblically about Tragedy (Luke 13:1-9)”
Jesus: The Great Divider (Luke 12:49-53)
Who said the following? I came to cast fire on the earth, and would that it were already kindled! I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how great is my distress until it is accomplished! Do you think that I have come to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but ratherContinueContinue reading “Jesus: The Great Divider (Luke 12:49-53)”
Discernment (Luke 12:54-56)
Why do service stations put those stickers on the driver’s side of the windshield? They know people are busy and they hope that the owner of the car will lift his eyes occasionally and remember that a certain action must occur at a specific time. Normally it is a reminder that the oil needs toContinueContinue reading “Discernment (Luke 12:54-56)”
Be Ready (Luke 12:35-48)
About a month ago, I noticed one day that a Tornado Watch was issued for most of Southeast Missouri. I did not think much of it at the time because I have found that Tornado Watches are very common in Southeast Missouri. Later that night, when the wind began to blow very hard, I quickly turnedContinueContinue reading “Be Ready (Luke 12:35-48)”
Do Not be Anxious (Luke 12:22-34)
The Bible is clear that the new heavens and new earth will be phenomenal. Most likely those of us who are Christians here today know that our salvation through Christ has eternal benefits in the life to come. But does that mean our salvation is only beneficial for the life to come and not beneficialContinueContinue reading “Do Not be Anxious (Luke 12:22-34)”
Unforgivable Sin (Luke 12:8-12)
This morning we will discuss a much debated topic in Christianity: The Unforgivable Sin. There are many different interpretations of what this sin is and many people have become anxious about whether or not they have committed it. This morning we shall discuss this topic and learn that a true follower of Christ cannotContinueContinue reading “Unforgivable Sin (Luke 12:8-12)”
Proper Fear (Luke 12:4-7)
What is your greatest fear? Is it something irrational like Cathisophobia (fear of sitting down) or Neophobia (fear of something new)? Or is it something more rational like Claustrophobia (fear of having no escape) or Acrophobia (fear of heights)? Do you have Anthrophobia? You might not have an irrational fear of the company of humans,ContinueContinue reading “Proper Fear (Luke 12:4-7)”
How to Spot a Hypocrite (Luke 11:29-12:3)
Have you ever heard someone make this statement: “I don’t go to church because of all the hypocrites.”? If so, is it a fair statement? Are there hypocrites in the church? What is hypocrisy and what does the Bible say about it? This morning we will study Luke 11:29-12:3 and from it learn about howContinueContinue reading “How to Spot a Hypocrite (Luke 11:29-12:3)”
True Blessedness (Luke 11:27-28)
This morning we will continue our series in the Gospel of Luke by looking at Luke 11:27-28. As Jesus was discussing the need for true repentance that comes through a new God-given heart (Luke 11:24-26), we read that “a woman in the crowd raised her voice and said to Him, ‘Blessed is the womb thatContinueContinue reading “True Blessedness (Luke 11:27-28)”
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