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Sometimes we feel like outsiders. Forgotten. Unseen. Like we don't really belong—not even in church. But the story of Easter shows us something different. Jesus rose for the ones whose names get skipped over. He rose for the doubters, the distant… for Peter… for “all the rest.” He rose for you. Isaiah 65:17-25 1 Corinthians 15:19-26 Luke 24:1-12
Luke 23:39-43
On that Friday long ago...One man confessed: “Certainly this man was innocent!”Some beat their breasts in agonizing shame.A few watched, and waited, and then rested on the Sabbath.And Jesus' body rested in a borrowed tomb.
Pastor Micah Hayes continues our sermon series, "The Purpose of Jesus," preaching from Luke 16:18. Notes in this sermon: God designed marriage to be a lifelong commitment between one man and one woman. Due to the introduction of sin into the world, marriage vows are broken. Therefore, God permits divorce in the cases of adultery, abandonment, and abuse. The victim of a permissible divorce is free to remarry. Parties to an impermissible divorce should repent and seek to reconcile. Repentant parties to an impermissible divorce are free to remarry if their former spouse won't be reconciled. Parties to an impermissible divorce who have married another spouse should repent of their divorce and remain married to their current spouse. Unrepentant parties to an impermissible divorce are not permitted to remarry.
Pastor Derrick Lynch continues our sermon series, "The Purpose of Jesus," preaching from Luke 16:18. Notes in this sermon: God designed marriage to be a lifelong commitment between one man and one woman. Due to the introduction of sin into the world, marriage vows are broken. Therefore, God permits divorce in the cases of adultery, abandonment, and abuse. The victim of a permissible divorce is free to remarry. Parties to an impermissible divorce should repent and seek to reconcile. Repentant parties to an impermissible divorce are free to remarry if their former spouse won't be reconciled. Parties to an impermissible divorce who have married another spouse should repent of their divorce and remain married to their current spouse. Unrepentant parties to an impermissible divorce are not permitted to remarry.
Ever ask God, “What are you doing?” In this Palm Sunday message from John 12, we see how the disciples didn't understand in the moment—but everything became clear when Jesus was glorified. Pastor Gerber invites us to walk with Jesus through both the cross and the empty tomb, because Sunday needs Friday, and Friday needs Sunday. Deuteronomy 32:36–39 Philippians 2:5–11 John 12:12–19
Revelation 19 Are you Rejoicing? – the Supper is Coming! (1-10) Are you Ready? – the Saviour is coming! (11-16) Are you Repentant? – the Supper is Coming! (17-21)
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Where are your time and resources going? There are lots of ways that we can spend our time and resources that are important right now, but only last for a short time, especially in light of a bigger picture - eternity. The apostle Paul considers all of those things worthless compared to knowing Jesus. Isaiah 43:16–21 Philippians 3:4b-14 Luke 20:9–20
Pastor Micah Hayes continues our sermon series, "The Purpose of Jesus," preaching from Luke 15. Notes in this sermon: The Father's Heart Seeks the One The Father's Heart Rejoices in the Found The Father's Heart Welcomes the Repentant
Pastor Derrick Lynch continues our sermon series, "The Purpose of Jesus," preaching from Luke 15. Notes in this sermon: The Father's Heart Seeks the One The Father's Heart Rejoices in the Found The Father's Heart Welcomes the Repentant
Home is where the heart is. Jesus tells us the parable of a broken family. A younger son who has left home, an older son who is resentful, and a father who has a broken heart. In this story, we see that we have a Father Who gives all, a Father Who forgives all, and a Father who invites all. But, who do we reflect? Isaiah 12:1–6 2 Corinthians 5:16–21 Luke 15:1–3, 11b–32
What is a sure sign that someone is a true and genuine Christian?
In this powerful follow-up to the series on biblical masculinity, Chris Hilkin continues unpacking what it means to be a man after God's own heart through the PRIME MEN acrostic. After Jerrad Lopes opens with a heartfelt update and thanks the Dad Tired community for their support, Chris teaches through the next key biblical traits of godly manhood: Intentional, Meek, Enduring, Moral, Empathetic, and Noble. With deep theological insight, biblical references, and real-life application, this episode challenges men to take spiritual leadership seriously—at home, in the church, and in the world.Bible Passages Mentioned:John 8 – Jesus and the woman caught in adultery1 Timothy 3:4-5 – Managing one's family wellEphesians 6:4 – Fathers training and instructing childrenGenesis 18:19 – Directing one's household in the way of the LordGenesis 3:6 – Adam's passivity in the Garden1 Samuel 3:11 – Eli's failure to discipline his sonsMark 5 – Jesus healing the bleeding woman2 Timothy 1:7 – Spirit of power, love, and self-controlProverbs 16:32 – Better to be patient than a warriorPhilippians 2 – Christ's humilityProverbs 24:16 – The righteous fall seven times but rise again1 Corinthians 16:13-14 – Be strong, courageous, and do everything in loveLuke 23 – Jesus carrying the cross1 Timothy 4:8 – Godliness has value for all thingsTitus 2:7-8 – Teaching with integrity1 Samuel 15 – Saul's disobedienceMatthew 4 – Jesus' temptationJohn 17 – Jesus interceding for his disciplesNehemiah 4:14 – Fight for your familiesPhilippians 4:8 – Whatever is noble, think about such thingsProverbs 22:1 – A good name is more desirable than richesMicah 6:8 – Do justice, love mercy, walk humblyActs 5 – Ananias and SapphiraJoshua 7 – The sin of AchanJohn 18 – Jesus on trial before PilateIsaiah 53:7 – Like a lamb silent before its shearersLuke 23:34 – Jesus forgives those who crucified HimDiscussion Questions:Which of the PRIME MEN traits (Peacemaking, Repentant, Intentional, Meek, Enduring, Moral, Empathetic, Noble) do you most naturally embody, and which one do you struggle with the most? Why?(Bonus: Print the list and literally highlight where you're strong and where you're bleeding, as suggested in the episode.)Read Ephesians 6:4. What does it look like for you, specifically, to take spiritual responsibility for your kids? In what ways have you been tempted to hand that role off to someone else?How have you misunderstood meekness in the past? What would it look like for you to walk in “power under control” this week?How does your private life reflect your integrity? Are there places in your life where you are “fractioned” or living in two different personas? What does integration look like for you?In a culture that values comfort and ease, what does it mean to endure like Jesus? How can you practically grow in endurance and perseverance when life gets hard?
2 Samuel 11 & 12. In this message we see that even with all David's virtues, his character isn't flawless. As he reaches the pinnacle of power, we see cracks in his integrity. In 2 Samuel 11, David's decisions unravel, leading him down a dangerous path of sin, deception, and ultimately, death. From idle hands to hidden sins, we explore how unchecked desires lead to destructive consequences. But even in the midst of his mistakes, David's heart of repentance shines through. Listen as we reflect on the importance of confession, turning away from sin, and embracing a repentant heart, just as David did. Don't miss this powerful message of grace, mercy, and transformation.For upcoming events and important announcements at Skyline, visit our Facebook page for the latest details!If you'd like to check out more resources, get to know Skyline Church, or donate to our ministry and missions please visit www.skylineofallon.com. Don't forget to leave us a review and subscribe to have our Sunday message downloaded straight to your phone each week!
Luke 13:1-9
Have you ever felt trapped? What was it like? Are there sins in your life that make you feel trapped? Being trapped by sinful temptations is real. So how do we escape? In John 14:6 Jesus says, “I am THE WAY, the Truth and the Life.” Jesus is THE WAY out of being trapped by temptations that often lead to sin. THE WAY out from guilt, and ultimately from our own graves. Sinful temptation is real and it is strong. On our own we can feel helpless, confined or trapped by it. With Jesus, however, comes hope. Hope by His overcoming the temptations that were real in his life. Hope from Jesus by His overcoming the power of sin, satan and ultimately death itself. Ezekiel 33:12–20 1 Corinthians 10:1–13 Luke 13:1–9
Display Text: Behold my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen, in whom my soul delights; I have put my Spirit upon him; he will bring forth justice to the nations.Pre-service Song: Psalm 23 Votum and SalutationPsalm 147:1, 210 Words of the CovenantPsalm 119:12, 40 PrayerScripture Reading: John 1:29-34 Psalm 40:3 Sermon Text: Matthew 3:13-17 The Triune God Reveals he is Pleased to Save Repentant Sinners1. The Father's Voice from Heaven2. The Son's Humble Baptism3. The Spirit's Dove-like DescentHymn 23 Baptism: Peter Rochon Profession of Faith: Peter and Jem Rochon, Helina Mengesha Response: Psalm 134:3 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 8 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 3:13–17John 1:29–34
Read Online“Look, all these years I served you and not once did I disobey your orders; yet you never gave me even a young goat to feast on with my friends. But when your son returns who swallowed up your property with prostitutes, for him you slaughter the fattened calf.” Luke 15:22–24This was the reaction of the faithful son in the Parable of the Prodigal Son. Recall that after squandering his inheritance, the Prodigal Son returns home humiliated and poor, asking his father if he will take him back and treat him as if he were a hired hand. But the father surprises him and throws a huge party for the son to celebrate his return. But the father's other son, the one who remained with him throughout the years, would not join in the celebration.Was it fair that the father killed the fatted calf and threw this large party to celebrate his wayward son's return? Was it fair that that same father apparently never even gave his faithful son a young goat to feast on with his friends? The right answer is that this is the wrong question.It's easy for us to live in such a way that we always want things to be “fair.” And when we perceive that another receives more than us, we can get angry and bitter. But asking whether or not this is fair is not the right question. When it comes to the mercy of God, God's generosity and goodness far exceed what is perceived as fair. And if we are to share in the abundant mercy of God, we too must learn to rejoice in His superabundant mercy.In this story, the act of mercy given to his wayward son was exactly what that son needed. He needed to know that no matter what he had done in the past, his father loved him and rejoiced in his return. Therefore, this son needed an abundance of mercy, partly to reassure him of his father's love. He needed this extra consolation so as to become convinced that he made the right choice in returning.The other son, the one who had remained faithful throughout the years, was not treated unfairly. Rather, his discontent came from the fact that he himself lacked the same abundant mercy present in the heart of his father. He failed to love his brother to the same extent and, therefore, failed to see the need to offer this consolation to his brother as a way of helping him understand he was forgiven and welcomed back. Mercy is very demanding and far exceeds what we may at first perceive as rational and just. But if we desire to receive mercy in abundance, we must be ready and willing to offer it to those who need it the most. Reflect, today, upon how merciful and generous you are willing to be, especially toward those who do not appear to deserve it. Remind yourself that the life of grace is not about being fair; it's about being generous to a shocking extent. Commit yourself to this depth of generosity toward all and look for ways that you can console another's heart with the mercy of God. If you do, that generous love will also bless your heart in abundance. My most generous Lord, You are compassionate beyond what I can fathom. Your mercy and goodness far exceed what any of us deserve. Help me to be eternally grateful for Your goodness and help me to offer that same depth of mercy to those in most need. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Luca Giordano, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.
May the God of Wonders Bless You!
Voices What voices are you listening to? Voices that point you toward Jesus and His Will? Or voices that point you away from Jesus and His Will. Those voices typically point us towards ourselves, which leads to self-righteousness, pride, anxiety, and despair. The voices that point us to Jesus are ones that point us toward peace. Jeremiah 26:8–15 Philippians 3:17–4:1 Luke 13:31–35
Give up something for lent? You mean give something up we would probably be better off without anyway? How does that make sense? How is that a sacrifice? Well, it doesn't make sense. You see, Jesus has already given everything - his own life. The effect of this sacrifice? How about a few R's? Rejoicing what God has done for us Releasing our first fruits Regularly Returning to worship Him This Lenten season will be one of Repentant Joy at Trinity. Why wait until Easter morning? You see, He is already risen. He is risen indeed! Alleluia! Deuteronomy 26:1–11 Romans 10:8b–13 Luke 4:1–13
"It is said that the age of a tree can be reckoned by looking at the bsrk - one can also truly know a person's age in the good by the inwardness of the repentance."- Soren Kierkegaard
I. God's Goodness to His PeopleII. God's People Are Afflicted For Their SinIII. God's Mercy Toward the Repentant
You are listening to the messages from Pastor Scott Tewell who is the Lead Pastor at Rosedale Baptist Church in Rosedale, MD. Each week we provide these messages to help you grow in your faith and find encouragement through God's Word.
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The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich
Father Edward Looney reads and comments on The Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich.Day 223Volume 3FROM THE SECOND PASCH TO THE RETURN FROM CYPRUSChapter 24: Arrival of the Apostles and Disciples in CapharnaumLEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE ACE25 FOR 25% OFFThe Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations: From the Visions of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich Four-Book Set - https://bit.ly/3QVreIsThe Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich - https://bit.ly/4bPsxRmThe Life and Revelations of Anne Catherine Emmerich Two-Book Set - https://bit.ly/3yxaLE5The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich - https://bit.ly/3wTRsULMary Magdalen in the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich - https://bit.ly/4brYEXbThe Mystical City of God Four-Book Set - https://bit.ly/44Q9nZbOur Lady of Good Help: Prayer Book for Pilgrims - https://bit.ly/3Ke6O9SThe Life of Jesus Christ in a Year: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich is a podcast from TAN that takes you through one of the most extraordinary books ever published. Follow along daily as Father Edward Looney works his way through the classic four-volume set, The Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations, by reading a passage from the book and then giving his commentary. Discover the visions of the famous 19th-century Catholic mystic, Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich, a nun who was privileged by God to behold innumerable events of biblical times.Anne Catherine's visions included the birth, life, public ministry, Crucifixion, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ, as well as the founding of His Church. Besides describing persons, places, events, and traditions in intimate detail, she also sets forth the mystical significance of these visible realities. Here is the infinite love of God incarnate and made manifest for all to see, made all the more striking and vivid by the accounts Blessed Anne has relayed.Listen and subscribe to The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich on your favorite podcast platform or at EmmerichPodcast.com.And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code ACE25 for 25% off your next order.
Sunday February 2, 2035 – By Bob Cote Minor Prophet Series – Jonah
In this reflection from Opening the Holy Door, Joan Watson explains the meaning behind the panel that depicts the repentant woman who washes Jesus's feet with her hair. For more insight into the meaning of this panel, get your copy of Opening the Holy Door at https://www.avemariapress.com/products/opening-the-holy-door. To meditate on this, see Panel 8: The Necessity of Love at https://www.avemariapress.com/opening-the-holy-door. For more insight into the meaning of this panel, get your copy of Opening the Holy Door at https://www.avemariapress.com/products/opening-the-holy-door.
We are kicking off this year continuing to look at the Gospel of Luke and his Good News. Today Greg is sharing Luke's Good News on LOVE OVER JUDGEMENT. "We love only insofar as we abstain from judgement" - Greg Boyd JUDGMENT: Condemning, Seperate LOVE: Humble, Brave, Repentant, Accepting, Forgiving, Merciful WEBSITE :: https://www.goodlife.org.au/ and https://www.goodlife.org.au/church-notices SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/5tgYs0DLkpe3yxj15nTRUh?si=KWSJIsI-Q7auMNx4WLn6xg Goodlife Collective:: https://open.spotify.com/track/6AIpkihS5W6fyQb81U53ql?si=eae8759fd4d947f6&nd=1&dlsi=45435542515e4942 CONNECT via socials FACEBOOK :: https://www.facebook.com/goodlifecommunitychurch INSTAGRAM:: https://www.instagram.com/goodlifecommunitychurch/ YOUTH:: https://www.instagram.com/goodlife_youth/ COLLECTIVE:: https://www.instagram.com/goodlifecollective_/
Anne shares about repentance, living for God and the end times from Revelation 2-3.
Anne shares about repentance, living for God and the end times from Revelation 2-3.
Sermon preached by Harry Fujiwara on Luke 15:11-32
René González | The Gospel of Luke | Downtown
A ruined nation may be restored through competent leadership and repentance. Nehemiah sees an opportunity to lead Israel back into the land and repair Jerusalem, so he prays that God would give him favor in the most important meeting of his life.Preached by Jared Kress on November 3rd, 2024. Part of our series, "Prayers That Moved the Hand of God." Primary Text: Nehemiah 1:1-11. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com
René González | The Gospel of Luke | Downtown
This week we will be celebrating the Reformation, as well as concluding our series on David, studying 2 Samuel 12:1-25 under the theme “The Repentant Will Be Reconciled.” The first of Martin Luther's famous 95 Theses states: “When our Lord and Master Jesus Christ said, ‘Repent' (Mt 4:17), he willed the entire life of believers to be one of repentance.” Contrary to what this world thinks about progress or self-image, by God's design, the path forward for humanity is always in humbling ourselves before a holy, gracious Lord. This week we'll see how David experiences new life in repentance, but also how the prophet Nathan skillfully addresses sin in the life of a man he loved. SERIES SUMMARY: The life of David is the single longest narrative in all of ancient literature of a single human life. Dramatically packed with scandal, betrayal, murder, and redemption, it may or may not surprise readers that David is one of Scripture's most relatable characters. Much like our lives; however, David's narrative is less about David and more about the one to whom David points. How can we pray for you? We want to know more about you! Fill out our online connection card! If you'd like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.
This week we will be celebrating the Reformation, as well as concluding our series on David, studying 2 Samuel 12:1-25 under the theme “The Repentant Will Be Reconciled.” The first of Martin Luther's famous 95 Theses states: “When our Lord and Master Jesus Christ said, ‘Repent' (Mt 4:17), he willed the entire life of believers to be one of repentance.” Contrary to what this world thinks about progress or self-image, by God's design, the path forward for humanity is always in humbling ourselves before a holy, gracious Lord. This week we'll see how David experiences new life in repentance, but also how the prophet Nathan skillfully addresses sin in the life of a man he loved. SERIES SUMMARY: The life of David is the single longest narrative in all of ancient literature of a single human life. Dramatically packed with scandal, betrayal, murder, and redemption, it may or may not surprise readers that David is one of Scripture's most relatable characters. Much like our lives; however, David's narrative is less about David and more about the one to whom David points. How can we pray for you? We want to know more about you! Fill out our online connection card! If you'd like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.
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Pastor Nate brings the message, "Grace for Repentant Sinners” from Hosea 14. In the closing chapter of Hosea, God makes it very clear that sinners (like you and me) are welcome to return to Him. And, when we return, His grace is present to strengthen and build us up.
Following Jesus means demonstrating repentance by obeying His commands and doing the things He did
A friend had violated the vows of his marriage. It was painful to watch him destroy his family. As he sought reconciliation with his wife, he asked my counsel. I told him he needed to offer more than words; he needed to be proactive in loving his wife and removing any patterns of sin. The prophet Jeremiah offered similar advice to those who’d broken their covenant with God and followed other gods. It wasn’t enough to return to Him (Jeremiah 4:1), though that was the right start. They also needed to align their actions with what they were saying. That meant getting rid of their “detestable idols” (v. 1). Jeremiah said that if they made commitments “in a truthful, just and righteous way,” then God would bless the nations (v. 2). The problem was the people were making empty promises. Their heart wasn’t in it. God doesn’t want mere words; He wants our hearts. As Jesus said, “The mouth speaks what the heart is full of” (Matthew 12:34). That’s why Jeremiah goes on to encourage those who would listen to break up the unplowed ground of their heart and not sow among the thorns (4:3). Sadly, like so many people, my friend didn’t heed sound biblical counsel and consequently lost his marriage. When we sin, we must confess and turn from it. God doesn’t want empty promises; He desires a life that’s truly aligned with Him.