Sermons on Luke (Page 6)
“Love Your Enemies” (Luke 6:32-36)
Introduction The Golden Rule is almost universally praised, yet scarcely followed. Last week we began our look at the Golden Rule (Commandments > Examples > Rule). Now Jesus provides further illustrations of the Golden Rule in practice (29-30, 32-34) before closing with the standard stated from a divine perspective (31, 35). The Golden Rule is a standard many see as good, but it is the Christian alone who has the proper enabling and motivation to live accordingly (2 Pet. 1:4).…
“The Golden Rule” (Luke 6:27-31)
Introduction What is your response to the Lord’s warnings? We feel convicted by our tendency to seek comfort in this life rather than God’s promises. We may even question our salvation. Is the Lord’s goal to fill you with fear and doubt? No. Warnings of judgment should drive us to repentance. When Jesus declares “woe is you” we ought to respond like Jeremiah (Isa. 6:5). That is the response of someone who has been called by a Holy God. The…
“Woe To You” (Luke 6:24-26)
Introduction The world says, “Who are you to judge?” Christians need to take Jesus’ advice to “judge not…” and stay out of everyone’s personal business. They obviously haven’t read tonight’s passage. These woes stand in direct contrast to the Beatitudes in order to wake us up! Pastors need to preach both the beatitudes and the woes. Remember, this sermon was especially for Jesus’ disciples (20). These warnings apply to believers. Jesus seeks to redirect our hearts to what is eternal…
“The Beatitudes” (Luke 6:20-23)
Introduction Andy Stanley Here’s what the Jerusalem Council was saying to the Gentiles: “You’re not accountable to the 10 Commandments. You’re not accountable to the Jewish Law. We’re done with that. God has done something new…Thou shalt not obey the 10 Commandments because those aren’t your commandments.” Likewise, many have questioned the relevance of the Sermon on the Mount. Does Jesus reenforce Old Testament law, or does he “unhitch” it from his teaching? After selecting apostles > teaching and healing.…
The Healing Power of Jesus (Luke 6:17-19)
Introduction Now that Jesus has called his apostles he returns to his teaching and healing ministry. There was never a lack of ministry opportunities. Everywhere Jesus went, within a short amount of time, crowds gathered around him. Why did crowds gather around Jesus? It wasn’t because he made an announcement that he was coming. Those who had heard him, or been healed by him, brought others. There are plenty of people in your own life who need to experience the…
The Twelve Apostles of Jesus (Luke 6:12-16)
Introduction This morning, we considered the notion that many of us feel like frauds. This afternoon, we will consider the notion that many of us feel useless. We may feel inadequate, unprepared, or disqualified. But, regardless of the underlying cause, we feel unproductive. The gospel accounts of Jesus’s ministry can often feel like added helpings of guilt and shame. Considering the gathering interest in the healing ministry of Jesus and the growing hostility of his opposition, how would Jesus ever…
Another Sabbath Healing (Luke 6:6-11)
Introduction Sabbath conflict is practically non-existent today: Ryle We must take heed that we do not abuse the liberty which Christ has given us. It is in this direction that our danger chiefly lies in modern times. There is little risk of our committing the error of the Pharisees, and keeping the Sabbath more strictly than God intended. Our Lord’s perfect observance of the Sabbath involved mercy. Read Luke 6:6-11 Jesus’s opponents intensified their efforts. Previously, they noticed Jesus and…
Lord of the Sabbath (Luke 6:1-5)
Introduction Happy Lord’s Day! We have been given 52/yr. WCF 21 – The Sabbath command is: Positive – Not simply refraining from certain activities, but positivelyengaging in worship. Moral – Like all 10 Commandments. Perpetual – Not merely Old Testament law. Once again… Jesus is at odds with the Pharisees. Jesus’ actions on the Sabbath are the cause of their concern. Jesus points out their faulty practice (c.f., fasting). We’ve already seen Jesus healing on the Sabbath. But now, the…
The Newness of Christ (Luke 5:33-39)
Introduction Jim Johnston The most miserable Christians I’ve seen are those who live with a foot in both worlds. The kind of person Jesus calls to repentance is one who acknowledges his sin. The righteous have no need of Christ. His opponents respond with another question. In comparison with Matthew and Mark, there doesn’t seem to be a chronological connection between Levi’s feast and these questions. The connection is thematic. Why are Jesus and his disciples frequently at odds with…
The Hospitality of Jesus (Luke 5:27-32)
Introduction What kind of people do you allow into your life? Jesus confronted the sin and sickness that surrounded him. Previously, he forgave and healed the paralytic on the account of the collective faith of him and his friends. Now, Jesus returns to the task of calling disciples that began in 5:1-11. But this time, the emphasis is upon the kinds of people Jesus calls. If we will not acknowledge our depravity, we will not hear Christ’s call to follow…