Podcasts about Luke 12

Jesus warned the crowds—they could predict the weather but failed to see the signs of God's kingdom. In this episode, we learn how to read the times we live in and why it's urgent to settle matters with God before judgment comes. A call to repent, reconcile, and be ready.

In Luke 12:49–53, Jesus speaks of bringing fire, undergoing a baptism of suffering, and the division His message would cause—even within families. In this episode, we reflect on what that fire means, how His baptism points to the cross, and why faith sometimes divides the closest relationships. A reminder that trials are not signs of abandonment, but the refining work of God shaping us to stand firm in Christ.

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Daily Dose of Hope August 28, 2025   Scripture – Luke 12:35-59   Prayer:  Lord Jesus, You are the hope of the world but you are also our hope.  I pray for all those who need hope today.  May they seek you.  I pray for all those who need healing.  May they run to you. I pray for all those who need forgiveness.  May they come to you.  Lord, we all need you.  Before we run to the things of the world, may we rest in you.  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Church Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  We are currently doing a deep dive into the Gospels and Acts.  Today, we finish Luke 12.   In today's reading, the servants (the disciples in this case) are told to be ready for the return of the master, Jesus, from a wedding banquet.  In the Old Testament, wedding banquets often represent the eschatological hope of God's people.  When we say eschatology, we are referring to the last judgement or the last things, the ultimate destiny of God's people and world.  In the New Testament, the wedding banquet imagery would be centered around Jesus and the hope he brings.  He is the one who came to redeem the world and he is the one who will ultimately come to judge the world.  The disciples are called to be ready and actively waiting for Jesus' return.  And so are we.    The return of Jesus is certain.  When he will return is not.  Are you ready?   The next portion of our reading is difficult.  If I were to ask you why Jesus came to earth, how many of you would say “to bring conflict?”  Hmmm...probably not many.  And yet, Jesus says here that he has come to bring fire on the earth.  He has come to bring division.  How do we reconcile this with Jesus being a Prince of Peace?    I think it's important we look at the context.  Jesus is speaking of the conflict and division his coming will cause.  There was and is division in families because some believe and others don't.  Jesus is saying to expect this rather than be surprised by this.  Following Jesus well is a revolutionary thing.  Maybe following Jesus as a cultural Christian doesn't bring much discord, but truly following the ways of Jesus (as described in the Gospels) puts us at odds with our culture and the greater society.   In the final portion of our reading today, interpreting the times, we find Jesus again referring to the Pharisees as hypocrites.  Afterall, he says, they can interpret the weather, understanding when it's going to rain, but they can't interpret the meaning of Jesus' presence.  They have no idea how significant it is that Jesus is there, nor do they understand his teachings or purpose.  They truly have no idea that the God of the universe has come down among them.    How often do we fail to recognize God in our midst?   Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

A reflection on Luke 12:35–48. Jesus calls His disciples to keep their lamps burning, to remain watchful even through the long night watches, and to live as faithful stewards until His return. Readiness is not passive waiting but active service, and to whom much is given, much will be required.

Daily Dose of Hope August 27, 2025   Scripture – Luke 12:1-34   Prayer:  Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, That my thoughts may all be holy. Act in me, O Holy Spirit, That my work, too, may be holy. Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit, That I love but what is holy. Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit, To defend all that is holy. Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit, That I always may be holy.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, a devotional and podcast that complements the Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  We are currently doing a deep dive into the Gospels and Acts.  Today, we start Luke 12.   We start with Jesus warning his disciples against hypocrisy.  That is the yeast of the Pharisees, saying one thing and doing another.  Another way to put it is to be outwardly religious and inwardly self-serving.  Jesus also warns his disciples to proclaim the Gospel boldly.  Walk the walk.  Those who acknowledge Jesus openly will be acknowledged by God.  Those who are ashamed or fearful to acknowledge Jesus openly will not be acknowledged by God.  There is a real emphasis on not worrying about the fate of the physical body, but focusing on how God will care for us, he will remember us.    This is hard teaching.  We get quite consumed with worrying about our earthly bodies and our earthly livelihoods.  Don't we?  I mean, Jesus is saying to put him first at all costs and he will ensure we are okay. But being okay doesn't mean he will save us in an earthly sense, although he may.  It definitely means he will save us in an eternal sense.  Jesus is saying that is enough.  The big question is --- is that enough for you?  Do you, do I, trust Jesus enough to know that he will not forget me and he will care for me eternally.  This physical world is just a temporary dwelling place.    Our reading goes from here to the parable of the rich fool.  This is a great parable for talking about God's design for wealth.  Yes, we are to save for retirement and ensure we have an emergency fund.  That isn't what Jesus is speaking of!  The man in the parable had abundance, way more than he needed for himself.  But he didn't share it with those in need, nor did he ask God for wisdom in how to use his money.  He built bigger barns.  He liked the idea of having plenty for the future.  In fact, we get the impression that he felt a bit smug because his own future was secure.  But in hoarding his wealth, he failed to consider how God would want him to use his money.  Nor did he consider his eternal future.  He wasn't prepared, as he did nothing to prepare his soul.    What really matters?  How does God call us to use our abundance?   Finally, we move to the portion of the reading dealing with worry.  What is it about us and worry? I have struggled with worry and anxiety for most of my life! I finally had to admit to myself that worrying is lack of trust in God. After all, God loves me and God has promised to care for me. He cares for the birds of the fields; certainly, he cares for me! This doesn't mean things will always go my way. Nor does it absolve me of responsibility in life. I still need to work hard and get things done. But I can know that I know that God is with me and God wants to take care of my needs.   For me, I've found the antidote to worry is prayer. Pray often, pray fervently, pray sincerely. I go through a visual exercise of giving my worry to Jesus. Sometimes I hand it right to Jesus. Other times, I lay it at the foot of the cross. Then, I have to make the decision to not pick it back up. It takes discipline to give our worry to Jesus; I've had to practice this many times. Butit's life changing. When I give my worry to Jesus, I know it's in good hands. And worry no longer steals my joy and monopolizes my thinking. I am free, knowing the God's got this.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki

John Lewis continues our series through chapter 12 of the gospel of Luke. Sunday August 24th, 2025.

With Jesus' time on earth rapidly coming to an end, he prepares his disciples by teaching them how to live while he's away. How do we love Jesus in his absence and at his return? The answer he gives here is: with perpetual readiness. We want to be ready to welcome Jesus with a huge, happy welcome. Don't we? That's what this passage is all about. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on August 24, 2025.

At Freedom Fellowship we celebrated 18 years of God's faithfulness with baptisms and a message from Pastor Landon Churchill on Luke 12:13–21, “The Rich Fool.”

Sermon by Pastor Daniel Coffey The post How to Live in the Promised Land (Kingdom of God) // Luke 12:22-34 first appeared on Applewood Community Church.

17 Esther 4-5; 19 Psalms 112-114; 42 Luke 12

Esther 3-5; Psalms 110-113; Luke 12

32 Fear not, little flock, for it hath pleased your Father to give you a kingdom.Nolite timere pusillus grex, quia complacuit Patri vestro dare vobis regnum. 33 Sell what you possess and give alms. Make to yourselves bags which grow not old, a treasure in heaven which faileth not: where no thief approacheth, nor moth corrupteth.Vendite quae possidetis, et date eleemosynam. Facite vobis sacculos, qui non veterascunt, thesaurum non deficientem in caelis : quo fur non appropriat, neque tinea corrumpit. 34 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.Ubi enim thesaurus vester est, ibi et cor vestrum erit.St Philip was born at Florence of the noble family of Benizi. He entered the Order of the Servites as a lay brother. Ordained a priest, he was made General of his Order.

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Luke 12:49-53Jesus said to his disciples:"I have come to set the earth on fire,and how I wish it were already blazing!There is a baptism with which I must be baptized,and how great is my anguish until it is accomplished!Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth?No, I tell you, but rather division.From now on a household of five will be divided,three against two and two against three;a father will be divided against his sonand a son against his father,a mother against her daughterand a daughter against her mother,a mother-in-law against her daughter-in-lawand a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law."

Luke 12:49-53Jesus said to his disciples:"I have come to set the earth on fire,and how I wish it were already blazing!There is a baptism with which I must be baptized,and how great is my anguish until it is accomplished!Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth?No, I tell you, but rather division.From now on a household of five will be divided,three against two and two against three;a father will be divided against his sonand a son against his father,a mother against her daughterand a daughter against her mother,a mother-in-law against her daughter-in-lawand a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law."

Luke 12:49-53Jesus said to his disciples:"I have come to set the earth on fire,and how I wish it were already blazing!There is a baptism with which I must be baptized,and how great is my anguish until it is accomplished!Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth?No, I tell you, but rather division.From now on a household of five will be divided,three against two and two against three;a father will be divided against his sonand a son against his father,a mother against her daughterand a daughter against her mother,a mother-in-law against her daughter-in-lawand a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law."

Do you ever worry about money? In this passage, Jesus shows us how foolish it is to trust in wealth and how wise it is to trust in God instead. He reminds us that one's life does not consist in the abundance of one's possessions. The security we desire from wealth can only be found in God. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on August 17, 2025.

Conflict at home, at work, or with friends? Division hurts-but it's often the price of growth. Jesus taught that true integrity demands breaking free from toxic patterns and relationships that hold us back. Luke12:49-56 Pod 274

“12:35. Let your loins be girt and lamps burning in your hands. “12:36. And you yourselves like to men who wait for their lord, when heshall return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, theymay open to him immediately.12:37. Blessed are those servants whom the Lord, when he cometh, shallfind watching. Amen I say to you that he will gird himself and makethem sit down to meat and passing will minister unto them.12:38. And if he shall come in the second watch or come in the thirdwatch and find them so, blessed are those servants.12:39. But this know ye, that if the householder did know at what hourthe thief would come, he would surely watch and would not suffer hishouse to be broken open.12:40. Be you then also ready: for at what hour you think not the Sonof man will come.”Excerpt fromThe Bible, Douay-Rheims, CompleteAnonymoushttps://books.apple.com/us/book/the-bible-douay-rheims-complete/id955129088This material may be protected by copyright.John Eudes was a zealous preacher, of missions in French towns and villages, and was equally zealous in the confessional. In 1643, he founded the Congregation of Jesus and Mary, called the Eudists, an institute combining the work of parochial missions, with that of training and reform of the clergy; and a year later the Congregation of Sisters of the Good Shepard. In his widely read writings, he was first to urge public devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

I do believe in the Kingdom come! A space where we as followers of Jesus embrace the promised gift of the Father and He becomes visible in real time in human lives - I believe the greatest hope for post modernity in the west is that the Kingdom of God is revealed in human lives beginning in me. It is His gift to us and it is good news!

Ben Chase continues our study through the gospel of Luke, looking at chapter 12. Sunday August 17, 2025

We live in a world where so many go to bed terrified—parents for their children's safety, and children for their parents, that they won't be targeted and rounded up just because of the color of their skin; but Jesus announces a world where everyone has a place to go to feel safe from harm, a sanctuary from the hatred and violence. We live in a world that feels like it needs the fire of God's transformation, a new way of living together. Subscribe to us on iTunes! Sermon text: web | doc

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Aug 17 2025• Luke 12:49-56 (There will be division)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

What you do with your treasure reveals what you've done with your heart.

Jesus refuses to rubber stamp the peace of humanity because our peace does not hold up to God's standards, to his desire for all people to flourish in his love and forgiveness. Through his death and resurrection, Jesus brings judgement to our world that ultimately will bring about lasting peace through his grace.

Jesus said to his disciples:"I have come to set the earth on fire,and how I wish it were already blazing!There is a baptism with which I must be baptized,and how great is my anguish until it is accomplished!Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth?No, I tell you, but rather division.From now on a household of five will be divided,three against two and two against three;a father will be divided against his sonand a son against his father,a mother against her daughterand a daughter against her mother,a mother-in-law against her daughter-in-lawand a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law."

Recorded Sunday, August 17, 2025 at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church in Bangor, Wisconsin. "Like" us on Facebook!!

Luke 12:1–2 “Fear” | Pastor Landon Churchill (August 17, 2025) Description: In this sermon on Luke 12:1–2, Pastor Landon Churchill of Freedom Fellowship (August 17, 2025) teaches about the reality of fear and the call to live with fearless faith in a fearful world. Jesus warns His disciples to beware of the leaven of the Pharisees—hypocrisy—and reminds us that nothing hidden will stay hidden. These verses challenge us to walk honestly before God, not in fear of man. ✨ Key Points from Luke 12:1–2 • Fear is real, but faith is greater. • Hypocrisy spreads like leaven—God calls us to honesty and purity. • What is hidden will be revealed; live openly before God. • The fear of man leads to bondage, but the fear of God leads to freedom.

When division and spiritual ignorance seem to be the order of the day, it can be difficult not to feel overwhelmed and helpless. Let us regroup together as we reflect and recharge around our common vision. Join us as we talk about our continued pursuit of becoming a place to belong and a place to know God.

Sermon Luke 12:49-56 Fire and DIvision by Community Lutheran Church

Sermon - Luke 12:49-56 - Peace on Earth? by Community Lutheran Church

SERIES: Wounds that HealYou've seen it stated, “no Jesus, no peace,” in contrast to “know Jesus, know peace.” But would Jesus himself even agree? Not according to his words this morning, he wouldn't. The world's idea of peace is a pipe dream. Jesus' idea of peace is a reality. What happens when those opposing ideas of peace clash? Division. Nevertheless, only in Jesus can that division be reconciled.

[Jesus said:] 49 “I have come to cast fire upon the earth, and how I wish it were already ablaze! 50 I have a baptism with which to be baptized, and what constraint I am under until it is completed! 51 Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but rather division! 52 From now on five in one household will be divided, three against two and two against three; 53 they will be divided:  father against son   and son against father,  mother against daughter   and daughter against mother,  mother-in-law against her daughter-in-law   and daughter-in-law against mother-in-law.”    54 He also said to the crowds, “When you see a cloud rising in the west, you immediately say, ‘It is going to rain,' and so it happens. 55 And when you see the south wind blowing, you say, ‘There will be scorching heat,' and it happens. 56 You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of earth and sky, but why do you not know how to interpret the present time?” 

Readings: Jeremiah 23:23-29 | Psalm 82 | Hebrews 11:29-12:2 | Luke 12:49-56. Preached for the 10th Sunday after Pentecost (2025-08-17).

The decision to follow Christ comes with a sobering reality.

Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, August 17, 2025 Our Worship Series: Wounds That Heal. This Sunday's Message: God's Word DividesFirst Lesson: Jeremiah 23:23-29.Second Lesson: Hebrews 12:1-13Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 12:49-53. Persevere in the Paradox of Christ's PeacePastor Nate Kassulke

Lectionary 20 Year C (10th Sunday after Pentecost)

Returning to Peace Luke 12:49-56 8/17/2025 Rev. Alan Brehm PhD Hickman Presbyterian Church

Year C, Proper 15, Tenth Sunday After Pentecost

On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss Christ's teaching that he comes to bring judgment, not peace. Jesus arrives with both law and gospel, and in this text, he proclaims the judgment of God against human sin and the division between people that arises because of it. This is the baptism of judgment he undergoes at the cross, making way for the baptism of death and life bestowed upon the Christian in the holy sacrament. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What's New from 1517: Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction by Donavan Riley Ditching the Checklist by Mark Mattes Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi More from the hosts: John Hoyum Steven Paulson  

The scribes and Pharisees think they're going to make the world a better place through the law.Jesus tells them, “Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but rather division!” What is the division Jesus is bringing?That is the question we ask Dr. Chris Croghan in this week's conversation. CARE OF SOULS - ADDICTIONIn Care of Souls, a special mini-series podcast from Luther House of Study, Lutheran pastors and theologians come together to explore the deeply personal and pastoral task of preaching to and caring for those struggling with life's challenging situations: addiction, death, family disharmony, and more. Rooted in the theology of the cross and the Lutheran tradition of radical grace, this series offers both theological depth and practical guidance for pastors, church workers, and lay leaders.With conversations, real-life stories, and reflections from the front lines of ministry, Care of Souls equips listeners to enter the broken places of addiction not with easy answers, but with the crucified and risen Christ.Because in the end, it's not about fixing people—it's about preaching the Gospel.Listen to Care of Souls wherever you listen to podcasts or on the Luther House website: Care of Souls - AddictionCOURSES Do you like what you learn in the conversations on Scripture First? Luther House of Study has numerous interactive courses available for free on subjects ranging from the Lutheran Catechism to core Christian beliefs. Visit lutherhouseofstudy.org to see their available courses, create an account to track your progress, and dive deeper into your learning. SING TO THE LORD Martin Luther said, "Next to the word of God, the art of music is the greatest treasure in the world." To understand the importance of hymnody in the Lutheran church, Lars Olson and Mason Van Essen sit down with Zachary Brockhoff to discuss the lectionary's hymns, their meaning and history, and how the music preaches the Gospel. 

Partnerships & Connections Pastor Brad Mauldin preaches from Luke.Learn more at atltrinity.org.

In God's goodness, he gives us a kingdom where he lays down his life in order to serve us. Through Jesus Christ's incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection, God builds a kingdom where even the lowest and the least are cared for.