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Fr. Mike discusses our call to deny ourselves and take up our cross, specifically focusing on God's call to renounce all that is ours and trust in him. He also highlights the story of Mary and Martha and encourages us not to allow the cares of life to choke the life of God out of our lives as Martha allowed her troubles and anxieties to do. Today's readings are from Luke 9-10 and Proverbs 26:4-6. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Devotion : Big Question / Luke 9:18-27 by Community Lutheran Church
When Jesus said "some standing here will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God," what did He mean? Pastor Heath Lambert unpacks this challenging passage and reveals why the kingdom isn't just a future event - it's a present spiritual reality you can enter today.Timestamps0:00 - Introduction and the question0:47 - Reading Luke 9:271:37 - Why this passage is so confusing2:25 - Common interpretations: Future events2:56 - Pentecost, resurrection, crucifixion, transfiguration theories4:13 - A different approach: Kingdom as present reality4:38 - Luke 10:9-11: The kingdom has come near5:10 - Luke 11:20: The kingdom in Jesus's miracles5:43 - Luke 16:16: Entering the preached kingdom6:09 - Luke 17:21: The kingdom in your midst6:33 - Luke 18:16: Children and the kingdom6:47 - What the kingdom of God actually is7:45 - How to enter the kingdom right now8:15 - The disciples experienced it when they believedKey Topics The Confusing Statement - Why Jesus's words about not tasting death puzzle readersThe Future Event Problem - Why viewing the kingdom as only future creates difficultiesMultiple Kingdom Theories - Pentecost, resurrection, crucifixion, and transfiguration interpretationsKingdom as Present Reality - How Luke's Gospel presents the kingdom as here and nowFive Key Kingdom Passages - Luke 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18 revealing the kingdom's natureThe Kingdom Definition - A spiritual realm where God is in charge and seen to be in chargeInhabiting the Kingdom - How people enter through repentance and faith in ChristAlready and Not Yet - The kingdom is present now but comes in fullness in the new heavens and earthChildlike Faith - How to enter the kingdom today through trusting JesusScripture ReferencesLuke 9:27 - Jesus's statement about seeing the kingdomLuke 10:9-11 - The kingdom has come nearLuke 11:20 - The kingdom comes through Jesus's miraclesLuke 16:16 - The kingdom is preached and enteredLuke 17:21 - The kingdom in your midstLuke 18:16 - Children and the kingdom of GodAbout The Ten Commandments BookHeath Lambert's new book "The Ten Commandments: A Short Book for Normal People" is now available. This accessible guide explains how God's commands apply to modern life without requiring theological education. Perfect for personal study, evangelism, or gifts to friends, neighbors, and family.Order now and download a free chapter at fbcjax.com/tencommandmentsHave a question you'd like answered? Send it to markedbygrace@fbcjax.com
Devotion : Feeding the Crowds / Luke 9:7-17 by Community Lutheran Church
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In this sermon, Pastor Clint walks through Luke 9:28-36. On the mountain, Jesus' divine glory was unveiled before Peter, James, and John, revealing him as the radiant Son of God and the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. As the Father's voice declared, “This is my Son, my Chosen One; listen to him,” the disciples were called to hear and heed Christ above all others. In beholding his glory, we are invited to respond with reverent hope and worship, listening to his Word as the light that guides us through the darkness.
Devotion : A Great Commission / Luke 9:1-6 by Community Lutheran Church
In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Luke 9:18–27. Jesus first reveals His true identity as the Christ through Peter's confession, affirming that He is God's promised Messiah (vv.18–20). He then foretells His coming suffering, rejection, death, and resurrection, showing that His mission centers on the cross, not earthly triumph (vv.21–22). Finally, Jesus calls His followers to embrace the same path of self-denial and sacrificial obedience, losing their lives for His sake in order to truly find them (vv.23–27).
This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson is continuing our verse-by-verse, expository journey through the Gospel of Luke—now under our new series title, Who Is This Jesus? . We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about The Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway: "Christ is Merciful”
This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer is continuing our verse-by-verse, expository journey through the Gospel of Luke—now under our new series title, Who Is This Jesus? . We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about The Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaways:Christians shouldn't fear the powers of spiritual darkness, but we shouldn't trivialize them either.There's no room in the Christian life for self-reliance and self-confidence.We must live and serve with our eyes pointed away from self.Prayerlessness is a matter of unbelief.The fundamental message of the church is Jesus Christ and Him crucified.The Person and work of Jesus Christ on the cross is the clearest revelation of God's glory.
By Every Word, 11-1-25
❖ Follow along with today's reading: www.esv.org/Matthew8:19–22;Luke9:51–62;John7:1–52[additionalreading:John7:53–8:11] ❖ The English Standard Version (ESV) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ❖ To learn more about the ESV and other audio resources, please visit www.ESV.org
❖ Follow along with today's reading: www.esv.org/Matthew17:1–18:35;Mark9:2–50;Luke9:28–50 ❖ The English Standard Version (ESV) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ❖ To learn more about the ESV and other audio resources, please visit www.ESV.org
❖ Follow along with today's reading: www.esv.org/Matthew15:1–16:28;Mark7:1–9:1;Luke9:18–27 ❖ The English Standard Version (ESV) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ❖ To learn more about the ESV and other audio resources, please visit www.ESV.org
❖ Follow along with today's reading: www.esv.org/Matthew14:13–36;Mark6:31–56;Luke9:10–17;John6:1–71 ❖ The English Standard Version (ESV) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ❖ To learn more about the ESV and other audio resources, please visit www.ESV.org
❖ Follow along with today's reading: www.esv.org/Matthew10:1–11:1;Mark6:7–13;Luke9:1–6;Matthew14:1–12;Mark6:14–30;Luke9:7–9 ❖ The English Standard Version (ESV) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ❖ To learn more about the ESV and other audio resources, please visit www.ESV.org
Back Creek Church | Charlotte, NC » Messages from Back Creek Church
We are called to welcome our neighbors with hospitality. In this message, we consider the gift, the grit, and the goal of hospitality as Jesus lived it.
This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer is continuing our verse-by-verse, expository journey through the Gospel of Luke—now under our new series title, Who Is This Jesus? . We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about The Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.TakeawaysThe glory of God is the foundation, background, and culmination of everything in life.God has created everything for His own glory.God's glory is the explanation for everything we go through in life.In the end, all things in heaven and on earth will serve to manifest the glory of God.Our greatest need is to grow in our awe and appreciation of the glory of God in Christ Jesus.The Lord shows His glory through suffering.As we share in His sufferings, we will share in His glory.
In this sermon Pastor Kevin opens up Luke 9:10–17. We see that Jesus is more than enough for every need. The disciples are confronted with their own insufficiency as they face a hungry crowd, but Christ reveals his divine power by providing abundantly for all. In him, human need meets divine provision, and the satisfaction he gives points beyond full stomachs to the eternal fullness found only in him.
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Daily Morning Prayer (10/23/25) from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN): Psalms 110-113; Wisdom 19; Luke 9; Metrical Psalm 17:4-7 4 I know what wicked men would do their safety to maintain; But me thy just and mild commands from bloody paths restrain. 5 That I may still, in spite of wrongs, my innocence secure; O guide me in thy righteous ways, and make my footsteps sure. 6 Since heretofore I ne'er in vain to thee my pray'r addressed; O now, my God, incline thine ear to this my just request. 7 The wonders of thy truth and love in my defense engage; Thou, whose right hand preserves thy saints from their oppressors' rage.To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/To own a prayer book, visit: https://anglicanway.org/product/the-1662-book-of-common-prayer-international-edition-hardcover-march-2-2021/To own a hymnal, visit: https://anglicanhousepublishers.org/shop/the-book-of-common-praise-of-the-reformed-episcopal-church/
Daily Morning Prayer (10/23/25) from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN): Psalms 110-113; Wisdom 19; Luke 9; Metrical Psalm 17:4-7 4 I know what wicked men would do their safety to maintain; But me thy just and mild commands from bloody paths restrain. 5 That I may still, in spite of wrongs, my innocence secure; O guide me in thy righteous ways, and make my footsteps sure. 6 Since heretofore I ne'er in vain to thee my pray'r addressed; O now, my God, incline thine ear to this my just request. 7 The wonders of thy truth and love in my defense engage; Thou, whose right hand preserves thy saints from their oppressors' rage.To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/To own a prayer book, visit: https://anglicanway.org/product/the-1662-book-of-common-prayer-international-edition-hardcover-march-2-2021/To own a hymnal, visit: https://anglicanhousepublishers.org/shop/the-book-of-common-praise-of-the-reformed-episcopal-church/
In this episode we move into Luke 9:51-62 where we see Jesus and His disciples rejected by Samaritans, and also two interactions with others about the cost of following after Him. Together we start by exploring the importance of prioritizing people over principles. When we choose to keep relationships at the center, we leave room for the Spirit of Jesus to keep working in the lives of those who may hold different convictions. From there, we unpack some of the common barriers that can keep us from fully participating in God's Kingdom here and now—our desire for security, our struggle to surrender control, and our divided loyalties. Jesus' invitation to follow Him is immediate, urgent, and all-encompassing. The real question is: will we answer that call and step fully into His Kingdom here and now?
This week at our Perdido Key Campus, our Executive Pastor + Worship Leader Joe McClellan is continuing our verse-by-verse, expository journey through the Gospel of Luke—now under our new series title, Who Is This Jesus? . We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about The Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.
This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson is continuing our verse-by-verse, expository journey through the Gospel of Luke—now under our new series title, Who Is This Jesus? . We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about The Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway: "We Must Surrender"
Day 294: Matthew 17, Mark 9, Luke 9:28-62✝️Daily Scripture: Chronological Bible Readings (KJV)The complete King James Bible in a year, in chronological order. Read by C Levi Farrell.This podcast is free, and ad-free. To support its creator or purchase lossless audio, visit CLeviFarrell.comChapters:(00:00) Matthew 17(03:48) Mark 9(10:27) Luke 9:28-62
Day 293: Matthew 16, Mark 8, Luke 9:18-27✝️Daily Scripture: Chronological Bible Readings (KJV)The complete King James Bible in a year, in chronological order. Read by C Levi Farrell.This podcast is free, and ad-free. To support its creator or purchase lossless audio, visit CLeviFarrell.comChapters:(00:00) Matthew 16(03:59) Mark 8(08:52) Luke 9:18-27
In this sermon, Pastor Clint walks us through Luke 9:1–9. Jesus commissions the twelve with his own authority to heal and cast out demons, showing that their ministry flows from his power, not their own. He instructs them to travel light and depend entirely on God's provision, teaching them trust and humility in service. As they go proclaiming his name and kingdom, even rulers like Herod take notice—reminding us that Christ's mission advances through ordinary people empowered and sustained by him.
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"In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with faithful Watermark member, Jesus sends out the 72 in Luke 10 and tells them not to worry about money or comfort. How have you seen God provide when you stepped out in faith? 3. In the story of Mary and Martha, Jesus praises Mary for sitting at His feet. Over the years, how have you learned to choose ‘the better portion'? 4. In the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10), Jesus flips the question from ‘Who is my neighbor?' to ‘What kind of neighbor am I?' Why do you think that shift matters so much?"
Reading by Kara Cripps --- Matthew 14; Mark 6; Luke 9 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2014%3B%20Mark%206%3B%20Luke%209&version=ESV&interface=print
In this episode, we reflect on Jesus' patience with the crowds and His disciples, who once again fail to grasp what it truly means to fully participate in the kingdom of God, even though He had taught and modeled it many times. In the end, we recognize that the way of humility—following Jesus step by step—is the only path to fully participate in and embody His kingdom here and now.
Some people avoid certain uncomfortable topics—topics like monsters. Not only will we talk about monsters, but we'll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically speaking. #MoMonsters
This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson is continuing our verse-by-verse, expository journey through the Gospel of Luke—now under our new series title, Who Is This Jesus? . We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about The Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway: "Jesus Supplies and Satisfies"
This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer is continuing our verse-by-verse, expository journey through the Gospel of Luke—now under our new series title, Who Is This Jesus? . We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about The Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaways:Repetition of biblical truth is a normal way God works to soften and change our stubborn, unbelieving hearts.See the undeniable power of Jesus to create.The provision Jesus gives to us is more than enough.Jesus is the only One who can satisfy your weary and hungry soul.
What's the difference between following Jesus and being a Christian? Genuine discipleship means dying daily to selfish desires and embracing a new identity in Christ. This isn't about working harder. It's about surrendering further and letting the Spirit transform us from within. Listen now and be inspired to embrace daily surrender that brings rest and freedom.
In this episode of Pray the Word on Luke 9:62, David Platt asks God to help us live all in for His kingdom without hesitation or reservation.Listen to our newest podcast, Everyday Radical!Explore more content from Radical.