Accepting the Invitation

Jesus accepted an invitation to dinner. Last week we saw the conversation at the table. Now, the conversation continues outside the house. Jesus speaks about the response His invitation requires. In addition, He adds to a larger discussion about following Him. Following Jesus requires commitment. Jesus makes three demands for commitment in this passage.

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Watch Out (Luke 12:35 – 48)

Some sensible phrases are practically impossible. The phrase “watch your head” is a perfect example. I cannot observe my head without a mirror; and looking at the reflection ignores the impending danger. Yet we say it, anyway. Consider the phrase “watch out.” There is no other direction one can watch. Since eyes are always pointed […]

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Finding Treasure

Tales of treasure and those who hunt for it are almost as old as history itself. Treasure is found in crypts, pyramids, buried chests, and vaults. Once you decipher the key used to hide it, you can find any treasure. Although some use maps and coordinates or cryptic clues, others hide their secrets openly. Today, […]

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Look at You! (Luke 6:36 – 49)

While instructing His followers, Jesus points out the dangers they will face from themselves. Through a series of pairs Jesus shows the danger of using yourself as the standard for living. Jesus wants to be your standard of evaluation. Answer the three questions Jesus asks this morning: where is your faith, your fruit, and your […]

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Our series in 1 Thessalonians continues. This first letter written by the apostle Paul encouraged a young church to build spiritual stamina, the ability to maintain effort while withstanding deterioration. After establishing a strong foundation, a solid pattern of behavior must be developed. Pastor shows from God’s Word how the good news of the gospel […]

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Reality Check (Mark 10:32 – 34)

We all like to think about the future but we all need to live in the present! Often the present gives us what we call a “reality check” that can be quite harsh. We look at a reality check given to the followers of Jesus as they thought about the great future ahead of them. […]

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