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.

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 […]

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, […]

Jesus spent time with the people others neglect and reject. Following Jesus is a great privilege. Today you will notice three great elements in Luke’s words. You will also discover the demands of following Jesus.

God created you for community. God’s kingdom is both a journey and a person. In all things, Jesus makes God’s kingdom glorious.

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Jesus takes His followers to a very important place and asks them a very important question in order to teach them a very important lesson. Come with us back to the beginning and learn the same important lesson!

Missionary Ed Christy, who lives and ministers in France, encourages us today from God’s Word. Looking at the call of Levi, Ed shares the qualities of a true follower of Jesus Christ.