Podcasts about scripture luke

Jesus, I come to you with my whole heart, my whole being.Scripture: Luke 7:44Keywords: Welcome; hospitality; Jesus; invitation; guest; faith; grace.Best of, Summer.

All Mixed Up | Have you ever wondered if you're really good with God? Maybe you've felt close to Him one moment—and uncertain the next. Maybe faith has started feeling more like pressure, guilt, or performance than a real relationship.In this message from our Losing Religion series, we explore how many people unknowingly mix old religious thinking with the new way Jesus introduced. And when that happens, faith becomes exhausting, confusing, and easy to walk away from.Looking at Jesus' final Passover meal with His disciples, we discover what He meant when He introduced a new covenant—a brand-new relationship with God built on grace instead of fear and performance.In this message, you'll discover:• Why you don't have to earn God's approval• What Jesus meant by “the new covenant”• Why so many Christians still live with guilt and uncertainty• How religion pulls people back into performance mode• Why Jesus' forgiveness is complete and permanent• How old covenant thinking still affects modern faithIf you've ever felt like you had to prove yourself to God…If you've ever wondered whether you're doing enough spiritually…If faith has become heavy instead of freeing……this message will help you untangle what's been all mixed up.Jesus didn't come to give you more religious pressure. He came to give you confidence, forgiveness, and a personal relationship with God that isn't based on your performance.You don't have to live uncertain anymore.

Jesus, I'm knocking at the door one more time.Scripture: Luke 11:5-8Keywords: Knock; persistence; prayer; parable; need.Best of, Summer.

SCRIPTURE- Luke 22:19-20"Then he took the bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them, saying, 'This is my body, which will be given for you; do this in memory of me.' And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which will be shed for you.'"- CLICK HERE for the full transcript of Fr. Carl's beautiful prayer reflectionMUSIC- What Wondrous Love is This sung by Fernando Ortega- I Speak Jesus by Piano PraisesNOTES- Blog: What Does It Mean to Live Your Baptism? A Guide to Our Foundational Sacrament by Sr. Kathleen Rooney, SSJPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Jesus gives His disciples a model for prayer. Deb Davis shares Wednesday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Luke 11:1-4]

Most people know the story of the Good Samaritan. Few understand why Jesus actually told it.When a religious expert asked Jesus how to inherit eternal life, Jesus responded with one of the most famous parables ever told. But this story is about far more than kindness, morality, or being a good neighbor.In this message, we explore:• Why Jesus used parables to reveal the Kingdom of God• The dangerous desire to justify ourselves before God• What the Good Samaritan teaches about true compassion• Why we cannot save ourselves• How Jesus is the Savior who came to rescue us when we could not rescue ourselvesThe Good Samaritan is not ultimately a story about becoming a better person. It is a story that points us to the mercy, grace, and compassion of Christ.Scripture: Luke 10:25-37Learn more about us:https://www.tulsabible.org/TBC - To know God, and make Him known.(Matt. 28. 18-20)

This morning's message focuses on the truth that Jesus' complete commitment to worship should challenge us in our private and public devotions. /// Scripture: Luke 4:16, Luke 5:16, Luke 10:21 | Speaker: Bro. Danny Nance | Date Recorded: June 7th, 2026 | Running Time: 44:15

June 7, 2026 - Second Sunday after Pentecost Please bear with the audio quality as the sound system was affected by a brief power outage. Scripture: Luke 10:38-42; John 7:53-8:11 Sermon: Dismantling Conditional Love (A Curriculum of Love week 2) View the full worship service on YouTube sermon_audio_2026-06-07.mp3File Size: 16918 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

Speaker: Rev. William Moody. Scripture: Luke 16 v19-31.

While culture is pursuing comfort we need to remember conviction. The enemy loves a comfortable Christian. What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't a lack of knowledge, motivation, or opportunity… but your addiction to comfort?We live in a world that tells us:Take the easy route.Avoid discomfort.Follow your feelings.Do what makes you happy.Cut out anything that feels hard.The problem?Jesus never called us to comfort.He called us to obedience.Culture says:“Protect your comfort.”Christ says:“Pick up your cross.”Scripture: Luke 9:23Link to free LWG community: CLICK HERELink to APP: Here is my app where we will track our progress together, workout together with simple dumbbell workouts, become more disciplined in daily “holy habits”, grow in our nutritional knowledge & needs, & be encouraged by faith based motivation CLICK HERE

Send us Fan MailIn a world that measures blessing by wealth, comfort, success, and popularity, Jesus offers a completely different perspective. In Luke 6, Jesus declares that the poor, the hungry, the grieving, and the persecuted are blessed—not because their circumstances are easy, but because God's Kingdom operates differently than the world.In this message, Blessed In My Brokenness, we explore one of Jesus' most challenging and encouraging teachings: true blessing is not determined by what you have, but by your relationship with God. Through pain, loss, weakness, and hardship, Jesus reveals that God often does His deepest work in the lives of those who have come to the end of themselves.Whether you're walking through a season of struggle, carrying grief, searching for fulfillment, or facing opposition for your faith, this message will remind you that your brokenness is not evidence of God's absence—it may be the very place where He wants to meet you.Join us as we discover how God's Kingdom turns the world's definition of blessing upside down and learn why our greatest need often becomes the doorway to God's greatest work.Scripture: Luke 6:20-23Key Takeaways:• God often does His deepest work in people who have run out of everything except Him.• The world can entertain your flesh, but only Jesus can satisfy your soul.• God doesn't ignore your tears—He redeems them.• Faithfulness to Jesus matters more than the approval of people.Transformational Questions:What if your brokenness is the very place God wants to meet you?What are you feeding more—your flesh or your spirit?Are you living for the approval of Heaven or the applause of people?Support the show

We are reminded that breakthrough comes not through striving alone, but through obedience to the voice of Jesus. Pastor Nick shares how a genuine encounter with God can transform our priorities, deepen our faith, and align our lives with Kingdom purpose. He also offers personal testimony about pursuing the presence of God and living fully surrendered to the Holy Spirit.

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. SHOW TITLE: The Year of St. Francis: How This Saint Continues to Make an Impact 800 years later     SHOW DESCRIPTION:   We live in a time of constant noise. Constant consumption. Constant comparison. Most people are overwhelmed by information, pressured to perform, and stretched thin by busyness. Even spiritually, it can be easy to approach faith as just another thing to manage or optimize. And yet Saint Francis offers us something strikingly different. Today we're chatting with Father Michael Heine, the minister provincial of the Franciscan Friars Conventual of Our Lady of Angels in Maryland, to talk about how the spirit of St. Francis continues to shape the Church, challenge modern believers in deeply practical ways and why he continues to resonate with people who are searching for something deeper during this year of Saint Francis. SCRIPTURE: Luke 9:23 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Clare of Assisi  

SCRIPTURE- Luke 11.13"If you then, who are wicked, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the Father in heaven give the holy Spirit to those who ask him?"REFLECTION- JacksonMUSIC- Nervous System Regulation by Malte Marten- Anonymous GuitarNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

May 24, 2026Freddy WilliamsIn Luke 15:11–32, Jesus tells the story of a rebellious son, a compassionate father, and an older brother who misses the heart of grace. Set within the tension of first-century culture and competing worldviews, this parable reveals the relentless love of God and His invitation for every person to return home.In this message from our The Walk series, we explore:• Why our physical choices begin with the condition of our hearts• How repentance is more than behavior change—it's a return to the Father• What the steadfast love of God really looks like• Why both rebellion and self-righteousness can keep us from intimacy with GodWe all wander in different ways. Some run far from God, while others stay close physically but remain distant in heart. This message reminds us that Jesus meets us with grace, restores our identity, and invites us to remain in Him.

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Heavenly Father, thank you for the miracle, however it might come.Scripture: Luke 1:13-14Keywords: Doubt; impossibility; hope; faith; miracle; Holy Spirit.Best of, Summer.

In Luke 23, Jesus does the unthinkable. While suffering on the cross, He forgives the very people who mocked, rejected, and crucified Him. His followers watched Him live out everything He had ever taught about mercy, love, and forgiveness—even in His final moments.The same invitation is in front of you.Sometimes the biggest breakthrough in your faith is not learning more about Jesus, but finally taking a step to follow Him. Admiring Him from a distance may inspire you, but following Him changes your life from the inside out.You'll discover:Why so many people stop at admiration instead of obedienceHow Jesus proved He is worth following through the crossWhat it means to move from inspiration to actionWhy following Jesus starts with small, practical stepsHow obedience unlocks peace, trust, and transformationThis message is for anyone who has been circling faith, wrestling with doubts, attending church without engagement, or feeling stuck between belief and surrender.What if the life you admire in Jesus only becomes real when you begin to follow Him? The step you've been avoiding may be the very place where His peace, strength, and presence become personal.

In this message we explore Luke 8:26–35 and the dramatic encounter between Jesus and the demon-possessed man in the region of the Gadarenes. This teaching reveals that our greatest battles are not against people or circumstances, but against spiritual forces that seek to keep us bound. While modern culture often focuses on behavior modification and self-help, Jesus offers something far greater—freedom through His power and presence. Through this account, we see that true victory begins when our struggles come face-to-face with the King. Jesus doesn't merely manage symptoms; He delivers, restores, and brings people into their right mind. This message challenges us to move beyond emotional reactions and become Spirit-empowered disciples who walk in the authority, peace, and freedom found in Christ. When we stop fighting the wrong battle, we can experience the transforming power of Jesus and the victory He has already won.Scripture: Luke 8:26–35Speaker: Pastor Kyle HornerDid you make a decision to follow Christ today? We'd love to support you—email us at info@theconnectchurch.com.Learn more about The Connect Church and stay connected: https://linktr.ee/theconnectchurch

Today's Scripture: Luke 7:37–39 Have you ever wanted to bring something real into the light—but felt afraid of being judged? In today's episode, we look at the woman in Luke 7 who walks into a room full of people who already think they know her story and brings her whole self to the feet of Jesus. This passage shows us the difference between shame that keeps us hiding and the kind of love that helps us come close. We'll explore: *Why shame thrives in secrecy *Why people judge & how it affects both the person judging & others *The corrective emotional experience of dignity, compassion, and love found in Jesus Go Deeper: Episode 23: Am I Wounded or am I Sinful? Read the first 3 Chapters of my new book The Secure Soul, when you preorder Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of May, Our Lady's Month, Joe and Gretalyn each bring a favorite Marian poem by G.K. Chesterton to share with the other—without any advance coordination. Gretalyn reads "Images," a meditation on six titles from the Litany of Loreto drawn from Chesterton's 1926 collection Queen of the Seven Swords, while Joe shares "Crooked," a lesser-known 1933 poem from GK's Weekly that captures a more introspective, mature side of his Marian devotion. Together they explore what these poems reveal about Chesterton's lifelong love for Our Lady, the apologetics of Marian devotion, and the paradox at the heart of his faith: that the world only looks right when you learn to see it through her. In This Episode: How Chesterton's "Images" weaves six titles from the Litany of Loreto—Mirror of Justice, Tower of David, House of Gold, Tower of Ivory, Ark of the Covenant, and Seat of Wisdom—into richly layered verse Why 1926, the year Frances Chesterton entered the Church, gives "Images" a deeper biographical resonance What it means when Marian devotion troubles someone, and why Joe and Gretalyn suggest that reaction is worth examining carefully Chesterton's Marian apologetics in Lepanto—and the single line that cuts to the heart of the controversy What "Crooked" reveals about a quieter, more subdued Chesterton in 1933, writing in the shadow of a world beginning to come apart Chapters: 00:00: Introduction & May as Our Lady's Month 02:36: Gretalyn Reads "Images" 07:06: Unpacking the Litany of Loreto 11:03: Chesterton's Lifelong Marian Devotion 14:38: Mary as a Touchpoint for Converts 21:16: Mary in Scripture: Luke and the Magnificat 23:59: Lepanto and the Defense of Mary 27:51: Joe Reads "Crooked" 28:17: Discussion of "Crooked" 33:16: Chesterton's Mature Mariology Resources Mentioned: I Also Had My Hour: An Alternative Autobiography of G.K. Chesterton by Dale Ahlquist Gilbert Magazine FOLLOW US Instagram Facebook X SUPPORT Consider making a donation Visit our Shop Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios

What If They're Not Bad… Just Lost? is for the moment when frustration, judgment, or self-righteousness begins to shape the way you see the people around you. In Luke 15, Jesus tells the stories of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost son to completely redefine how God views people—not as good or bad, but as lost or found.The same shift can happen in you.Sometimes the biggest breakthrough in your faith is not changing someone else—it's allowing Jesus to change the way you see them. The people you're most tempted to write off may be the very people the Father is still pursuing with compassion, grace, and hope.You'll discover:Why self-righteousness quietly pushes people awayHow Jesus reveals the Father's heart for lost peopleWhat Luke 15 teaches about grace, compassion, and celebrationWhy seeing people as lost or found changes how you respondHow your love and patience can help someone take a step toward homeThis message is for anyone wrestling with difficult relationships, resentment, church hurt, family tension, parenting frustration, or the temptation to label people by their worst decisions.What if the people around you aren't problems to fix, but people the Father deeply values? When you begin to see people the way Jesus does, your response can become part of how they find their way home.

Scripture: Luke 10:25-42 Guest speaker Chris Rice brought the message this Sunday. Every age has its signature affliction, according to Byung-Chul Han. Ours is the age of the burnout society. We're in captivity to our activity. The story of the good Samaritan is about allowing our lives to be interrupted by the stranger by the side of the road. The story of Bethany is about our lives being interrupted by extravagant devotion. Extravagant action cannot be separated from extravagant stillness in this time of anxiety and burnout. We need to get God's love into our bones! The Psalmist did not write, "Be busy and know that I am God."

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa. SHOW TITLE: If Mary Had a Podcast...   SHOW DESCRIPTION: Today we're exploring the idea of Mary not just as our mother, but as our friend who's walked this path with us, sharing her wisdom, her faith, and pointing us to our ultimate goal, her Son. Amanda Snyder - convert, mom and co-facilitator of the An Investment in Motherhood  group at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish - joins us today to explore how our blessed mother might advise us as we navigate our modern motherhood. SCRIPTURE: Luke 1:38-45 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Louis de Montfort  

Which Way Will We Walk? That question sits at the center of one of Jesus' most well known stories—the Good Samaritan. In a world full of division, opinions, and “us vs. them,” Jesus offers a completely different path—one that challenges how you see people and how you choose to live.In Luke 10:25–37, Jesus is asked a simple question: “Who is my neighbor?” But instead of giving a simple answer, He tells a story that disrupts assumptions and removes every excuse we tend to make. Because for Jesus, love isn't limited to people like you—it extends to anyone in need.This message explores what it really means to follow Jesus in everyday life—not just in belief, but in action. Because love for God is demonstrated by love for others.You'll discover:• Why we naturally look for “wiggle room” in loving others• How Jesus redefines who your neighbor actually is• What the Good Samaritan teaches about real compassion• Why faith can feel stale when it's not lived out• How stepping into action can bring your faith back to lifeIt's easy to agree with Jesus. It's harder to actually follow Him. But the invitation is clear: “Go and do likewise.”If your faith feels stuck, distant, or just routine, this message will challenge you to step into something more real, more active, and more alive. Because the way of Jesus isn't just something you believe—it's a path you walk.

In this message we explore Luke 15:15–24 and the story of the prodigal son, revealing the difference between forgiveness, reconciliation, and restoration. This teaching challenges us to understand that forgiveness begins in our hearts, but reconciliation requires repentance, humility, and truth. Through the compassion of the Father, we see God's desire to restore broken relationships and bring healing where there has been division. At the same time, this message reminds us that grace does not ignore wrongdoing, and trust must be rebuilt through transformed fruit. From the cross of Christ to the celebration of the prodigal's return, we discover that reconciliation is God's heart for His people—and that true freedom is found when grace, repentance, and truth meet together.Scripture: Luke 15:15–24Speaker: Pastor Kyle HornerDid you make a decision to follow Christ today? We'd love to support you—email us at info@theconnectchurch.com.Learn more about The Connect Church and stay connected: https://linktr.ee/theconnectchurch

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us. Dying to Live: Dying to Self IntroductionMore than sin and more than the world, you will be your own greatest obstacle to growing in your relationship with Christ. The desire to survive and self-preserve is a powerful force, and the thought of dying goes against every instinct within us. Yet, as believers, we are very much called to die. Scripture* Luke 9:23-26* Luke 14:25-27* John 8:12* Hebrews 2:1* John 3:3* 1 Peter 1:23-25* Galatians 6:8-9* John 12:23-27 Sermon Points* Who do I follow?* Will I take up my cross daily?* What will I benefit! ClosingThe very reason Jesus came was to die. The very reason you were saved is so that you could die to sin, die to the world, and die to yourself. You cannot produce a harvest unless the kernel falls into the soil and dies. Saved people are changed people. Do not lie to yourself. Die to yourself. Watch past services: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/ Subscribe to Graham Chapel Youth: https://is.gd/grahamyouth Give to Graham Chapel: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/ Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County. We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays or Wednesdays for youth! Visit our website to learn more.

Radical love doesn't check for a passport or a pedigree. Using the Parable of the Good Samaritan, we'll see how the Resurrection empowers us to cross social boundaries and offer kindness that costs us something.Scripture: Luke 10:25-37**For the best uninterrupted livestream experience, participate in this week's sermon at nblc.net/sermons

SCRIPTURE: Luke 4 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:What is your current relationship with the Bible? How has this relationship changed over the course of your spiritual journey?Paul focuses on the story of Jesus's time in the wilderness and the comfort his knowledge of Scripture provides. What can you learn from this story? What might it reveal about how Scripture can help you in your own life?What do you think it takes to have the kind of relationship with Scripture that Jesus has?What are some of your fears or anxieties about reading Scripture more consistently?The main claim in the sermon (borrowed from C.S. Lewis!) is that “It is Christ Himself, not the Bible, who is the true Word of God. The Bible, read in the right spirit and with the guidance of good teachers, will bring us to Him.” What can you learn from this idea?A key idea in this series is that the “lifelines” we have as followers of Jesus aren't just ways to help us “hang in there,” they are also paths to experiencing real change and transformation in our lives. How might a deeper relationship with the Bible accomplish this in your life?

One Step From Jesus is for the moment when you know Jesus is inviting you forward—but the next step feels inconvenient, uncertain, or even unreasonable. In Luke 5, Peter had every reason to say no. He was tired, frustrated, and done for the day. But one small step of obedience opened the door to an encounter that changed his life forever.The same is true for you.Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs in your faith are only one step from Jesus—one decision to trust, one act of obedience, one uncomfortable yes. You may not be able to predict what hangs in the balance of that step, but your willingness to trust Him can become the turning point in your story.You'll discover:Why Jesus often meets you in ordinary, everyday momentsHow one simple act of obedience can deepen your faithWhat Peter's story teaches about trust when life feels uncertainWhy your next step may matter more than you thinkHow God's faithfulness meets your willingness to moveThis message is for anyone who has been hesitating on a next step with Jesus. Maybe it's forgiveness, asking honest questions, changing priorities, trusting Him with your relationships, or finally surrendering an area of your life you've kept closed off.What feels like a small step today may be the beginning of something far bigger than you can see. Because when your faith takes one step toward Jesus, His faithfulness meets you there in ways you never expected.

The Best Kind of Faith starts with a question that gets personal fast: If your life is a commercial, what are you advertising? This message invites you to move beyond a faith that only believes and into the kind of faith that actually does what Jesus says.If your spiritual life has felt stagnant, routine, or disconnected, this message from Luke 3 will help you rediscover what real faith looks like. Through the bold words of John the Baptist, we see that the best kind of faith isn't performative, comfortable, or checkbox religion—it's active, practical, and lived out in the way you love people every day.You'll discover:Why belief is the starting line, not the finish lineHow real faith shows up in practical love and generosityWhat keeps your faith from becoming stagnant or lifelessWhy deep faith is built through deep actions, not just deep teachingThe one prayer that can change how you follow Jesus this weekThis message is for anyone who's been asking, “Why does my faith feel stuck?” or “How do I actually grow?” The answer may be simpler—and more challenging—than you think: ask God, “What should I do?” and then follow through.Because the best kind of faith is not the version that asks, “What's in it for me?” It's the kind that trusts Jesus enough to obey, even when it's uncomfortable. That's where growth happens. That's where you encounter God. And that's the kind of faith that changes the world.

Where is Jesus right now, and why does that matter for your life today? In Week 2 of our Lift Off series, Mission Control, Pastor Ron Merrell walks through the ascension of Jesus to reveal what Christ is doing right now and why His reign, His intercession, and His Spirit change everything for believers today. Through Luke 24:50-53, Acts 1:8-9, Hebrews 1:3, Romans 8:33-34, John 14:16-18, and Matthew 28:19-20, this sermon shows that the ascension was not Jesus leaving us behind. It was Jesus taking His place as reigning King, advocating High Priest, and the One who sends the Holy Spirit to empower His church. This message reminds us that we are not abandoned in our circumstances, our failures do not remove us from His grace, and we are not left to figure life out on our own strength. Jesus reigns with authority, intercedes for believers, and gives the Holy Spirit so we can live faithfully and join Him in His mission. If you have ever felt like you need to control everything, be perfect, or be stronger than you really are, this sermon points you back to the grace of Jesus and the constant help of His presence. Scripture: Luke 24:50-53, Acts 1:8-9, Hebrews 1:3, Romans 8:33-34, John 14:16-18, Matthew 28:19-20 #LiftOff #MissionControl #PastorRonMerrell #ConnectionPointeChurch #AscensionOfJesus #HolySpirit NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus and now wondering what your next step is? We want to help! https://www.connectionpointe.org/nextsteps/ ABOUT CONNECTION POINTEAt Connection Pointe, our mission is to connect people to Jesus and each other. Whether you've been around church your whole life or this is a brand new journey, we have a place for you and we hope your journey will include joining us at a Connection Pointe location or online at https://connectionpointe.org/live Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.connectionpointe.org/ FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/connectionpointeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/connect_cp Find out more about our lead pastor, John S. Dickerson: https://www.connectionpointe.org/leadpastor

Resurrection does not take away the hard things in life, but it keeps those things from being the last things, Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

April 19, 2026 Easter is not a day for sadness and despair but a day to rejoice in what Christ has accomplished. We need the Lord to open the Scriptures for us to appreciate his person and work, giving us reason for a certain hope. Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

What really happened between the cross and the resurrection? Where did Jesus go after He died—and why does it matter today? In this powerful Bible teaching, we explore one of the most misunderstood lines of the Apostles' Creed: “He descended into hell.” Using Scripture, theology, and real-life ministry experiences, this message reveals what Jesus accomplished in the unseen realm—and why His resurrection was far more than forgiveness of sins. You'll discover: What the Bible actually says about hell, Hades, and the afterlife Where people went before the resurrection of Jesus Why Jesus said He would be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth How Jesus defeated Satan, stripped him of authority, and took the keys of death Why the resurrection restored what humanity lost in the Garden of Eden What this victory means for your life, your faith, and your authority today This message is rooted in Scripture (Luke 16, Acts 2, 1 Peter 3, Ephesians 4, Revelation 5, and more) and brings clarity, hope, and confidence in the finished work of Jesus Christ. If you've ever wondered: What happens when we die? Did Jesus really descend into hell? Does Satan still have authority today? …this teaching will answer those questions clearly and biblically. 👉 Stay to the end for a powerful invitation to receive Jesus as Savior and Lord. Luke 16 | Acts 2:24 | 1 Peter 3:19 | Ephesians 4:8–10 | Colossians 2:15 | Revelation 5 | Revelation 20 🔔 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe if this teaching encouraged you or helped strengthen your faith.

Over the last couple of weeks, we have had an up-close glimpse of multiple encounters Jesus experienced. Each one leaving us with questions we should ask in our own lives… Don't you just love a bunch of questions this early in the morning!!! First with the Pharasees which should cause us to pause and ponder if there is any truth in us that reveals hypocrisy vs a real trust and faith in Jesus? And then as a result of His encounter with Mary of Magdala – are we able to say I have met him and I am different? Now this morning we are going to add a few more questions? I invite you to write these down and ponder them as we look at our next encounter. Do I truly want to encounter Jesus? Do I want the hope of Jesus in my life? Do I deeply believe Jesus will meet me where I am? Luke 24 beginning in verse 13 Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles[a] from Jerusalem. 14 They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. 15 As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; 16 but they were kept from recognizing him. 17 He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?” They stood still, their faces downcast. 18 One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?” “What things?” he asked.  “About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. 20 The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; 21 but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place. 22 In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning 23 but didn't find his body. They came and told us that they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. 24 Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see Jesus.” 25 He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! 26 Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?” 27 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself. BUT NOT JESUS! Lets PRAY Dear Jesus, I need you. I know you are my hope. Open my eyes and let me see you! Amen In my early career, I was a nursing home administrator – locally at Life Care Center (that is actually what brought us to the valley) I believe and know fully that God allowed that in my life to grow me in deeper dependence and knowledge of him. That is a whole other message. One of the hardest challenges of that job is staffing (anyone relate) The responsibility to the residents and staff was tremendous – taking me often to the point of desperation. I remember one particular day that my regional director had stopped by and on this visit he had his elementary aged son with him. When they arrived, I had been sitting at my desk praying and seeking the Lords help for how exactly we would meet the need for CNAs that day. As we talked – the little guy offered to pray for me. He prayed for a simple prayer or please provide today. The heart and faith of that young man was the encouragement, an encounter I needed to continue to trust in that moment. Let's look at Jesus encounter with 2 disciples on the road to Emmaus Right before we see our next encounter in Luke, we learn that the stone is rolled away! Jesus has risen and the women who discovered the empty tomb are being hit with doubt and disbelief by the disciples as they share this indescribable news.  28 As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going    farther. 29 But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them.  Jesus shows up and meets us where we are.   Jesus shows up and meets us where we are.  He is worthy of our hope JESUS SHOWS UP UNEXPECTED WAYS PLACES “ALL THAT CRYING I DID THIS MORNING” 2 BAGS OF GROCERIES MATTHEW 25 PHARISEES- JESUS ALWAYS ENCOUNTERED THEM  MARY MAGDALENE- FIRST TO HEAR HIM   ALWAYS EXISTING WITH THE FATHER-  GO BACK TO BEGINNING HOW HE APPROACHES US  SCRIPTURE GENESIS 3:6 6. “WHEN THE WOMAN SAW THAT THE FRUIT OF THE TREE WAS GOOD FOR FOOD AND PLEASING TO THE EYE, AND ALSO DESIRABLE FOR GAINING WISDOM, SHE TOOK SOME AND ATE IT. SHE ALSO GAVE SOME TO HER HUSBAND, WHO WAS WITH HER, AND HE ATE IT. SCRIPTURE GENESIS 3:7 7. THEN THE EYES OF THEM WERE OPENED, AND THEY REALIZED THEY WERE NAKED; SO THEY SEWED FIG LEAVES TOGETHER AND MADE COVERINGS FOR THEMSELVES. SCRIPTURE GENESIS 3:8 8. THEN THE MAN AND HIS WIFE HEARD THE SOUNDS OF THE LORD GOD AS HE WAS WALKING IN THE GARDEN IN THE COOL OF THE DAY, AND THEY HID FROM THE LORD GOD AMONG THE TREES OF THE GARDEN. SCRIPTURE GENESIS 3:9 9. BUT THE LORD GOD CALLED TO THE MAN, “WHERE ARE YOU?' The New English Bible describes them as "full of gloom."  THEY WERE NOT EXPECTING HIM-  DISCIPLES WEREN'T- MARY MAGDALENE DIDN'T  2ND TIME SAME DAY- DIDN'T RECOGNIZE HIM  SLOW OF HEART TO BELIEVE: JESUS TOLD THEM THE PROBLEM WITH THEIR BELIEF WAS MORE IN THEIR HEART THAN IN THEIR HEAD. WE OFTEN THINK THE MAIN OBSTACLES TO BELIEF ARE IN THE HEAD, BUT THEY ARE ACTUALLY IN THE HEART.   SCRIPTURE LUKE 24:28 28. “AS THEY APPROACHED THE VILLAGE TO WHICH THEY WERE GOING, JESUS CONTINUED ON AS IF HE WERE GOING FARTHER. (APPARENTLY WAST GONNA STAY) SCRIPTURE LUKE 24:29 29. BUT THEY URGED HIM STRONGLY, “STAY WITH US, FOR IT IS NEARLY EVENING; THE DAY IS ALMOST OVER.“ SO HE WENT IN TO STAY WITH THEM. JESUS WON'T FORCE HIMSELF  STAYS WHERE INVITED  WHEN TWO SAINTS ARE TALKING TOGETHER, JESUS IS VERY LIKELY TO COME AND MAKE THE THIRD ONE IN THE COMPANY. TALK OF HIM, AND YOU WILL SOON TALK WITH HIM, “SPURGEON SCRIPTURE LUKE 24:30 30. WHEN HE WAS AT THE TABLE WITH THEM, HE TOOK BREAD AND BROKE IT AND BEGAN TO GIVE IT TO THEM. SCRIPTURE LUKE 24:31 31. THEN THEIR EYES OPENED AND THEY RECOGNIZED HIM, AND HE DISAPPEARED FROM THEIR SIGHT. SCRIPTURE LUKE 24:32 32. THEY ASKED EACH OTHER, “WERE NOT OUR HEARTS BURNING WITHIN US WHILE HE TALKED WITH US ON THE ROAD AND OPENED THE SCRIPTURES TO US?” V 27- AND BEGINNING WITH MOSES AND ALL THE PROPHETS, HE EXPLAINED TO THEM WHAT WAS SAID AND IN ALL THE SCRIPTURES CONCERNING HIMSELF  IMAGINE THAT CONVERSATION- THAT TEACHING? SCRIPTURE LUKE 24:33 33. THEY GOT UP RETURNED AT ONCE TO JERUSALEM. THERE THEY FOUND THE ELEVEN AND THOSE WITH THEM, ASSEMBLED TOGETHER. WHEN YOU ENCOUNTER JESUS- YOU GO   WHEN YOU ENCOUNTER JESUS YOU SHARE  SCRIPTURE LUKE 24:34 34. AND SAYING “IT IS TRUE! THE LORD HAS RISEN AND HAS APPEARED TO SIMON.” SCRIPTURE LUKE 24:35 35. THEN THE TWO TOLD WHAT HAD HAPPENED ON THE WAY, AND HOW JESUS WAS RECOGNIZED BY THEM WHEN HE BROKE THE BREAD.” LEONARD SWEET They recognized him when he broke the bread  Cleopas- companion DIDN'T keep their experience to themselves -told it to the others.  Jesus seems to care well for all people- especially ones who are walking in the wrong direction.  COMMUNION GOOD FRIDAY STARTED AT THE TABLEAT THE TABLE AGAIN  WETHER A MEAL OR COMMUNION?  TODAY WE OFFER TWO WAYS TO ENCOUNTER HIM  ONE THROUGH THESE ELEMENTS-   TWO THROUGH PRAYER  30So they asked him, “What miraculous sign then will you give that we may see it and believe you? What will you do? 31Our forefathers ate the manna in the desert; as it  is written: ‘He gave them bread from heaven to eat.' “  32Jesus said to them, “I tell you the truth, it is not Moses who has given you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. 33For the bread of God is he who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” 34“Sir,” they said, “from now on give us this bread.” 35Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty. 36But as I told you, you have seen me and still you do not believe. 37All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away.   This food won't keep your body alive. It won't keep your stomach from growling or your throat from being thirsty. This food isn't designed to sustain the body, it's designed to sustain the soul. It's designed to help you be in constant communion with the One who created you, and the One who redeemed you. This food is to nourish the soul. MATTHEW 26:26-28 26 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.” 27 Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. 28 This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. MAYBE YOU JUST WANT TO PRAY TODAY YOU NEED AN ENCOUTNER WITH HIM A FRESH ENCOUNTER WITH HIM- YOU COULD ASK SOMEONE TO COME AND PRAY - OR WE HAVE A FEW PEOPLE WHO WILL PRAY WITH YOU/FOR YOU

How Did We Get The Bible | If you've ever wondered where the Bible came from—or whether Christianity really depends on “because the Bible says so”—this message helps you start in the right place: with Jesus.In this episode of Discovering Jesus, we explore the question behind so many doubts: How did we get the Bible, and can it really be trusted?The answer begins with an event, not a book.Before there was a Bible, there was the resurrection of Jesus. That moment launched a movement that changed history. Eyewitnesses wrote down what they saw, Luke carefully investigated their accounts, and centuries later those trusted first-century documents were compiled into the Bible we have today.This message will help you see:How the resurrection led to the church and eventually the BibleWhy Luke's Gospel is a carefully investigated historical accountWhy Christianity rises and falls on Jesus, not blind faith in a bookHow doubts can lead you deeper instead of pushing you awayWhy faith is discoverable, examinable, and investigableWhat it means to start your search for truth with JesusIf shallow answers have left you frustrated, this message gives you a better place to begin. Your faith doesn't have to rest on “just believe harder.” It can begin with evidence, history, eyewitnesses, and the person of Jesus.So if you've ever asked How Did We Get The Bible, this conversation will help you understand why the Bible exists in the first place—and why Jesus is the reason we have it.

Scripture: Luke 24:36-53; Series: The Way of Jesus; Speaker: Dr. Rick Walston

What launched the early church into a movement that changed the world? In Week 1 of our Lift Off series, Pastor Ron Merrell teaches from Luke 24:36-53 to show how Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances and ascension sparked the lift-off of the early church and how those same catalysts still empower believers today. Jesus met His followers with peace, strengthened their faith, opened their minds to Scripture, gave them a message to share, and promised power from on high. Those catalysts were crucial to the early church, and they are still crucial for the church today. This sermon will help you understand how gathering with other believers, receiving the peace of Jesus, learning the Word of God, being opened by God to truly understand, and living as a witness all work together in the mission of the church. If you want deeper confidence in your faith, clearer understanding of Scripture, and renewed purpose in God’s mission, this message points to the same Jesus who launched the early church and still leads His people today. Scripture: Luke 24:36-53, Matthew 28:19-20 #Liftoff #6CatalystsOfTheEarlyChurch #PastorRonMerrell #Luke24 #EarlyChurch #ConnectionPointeChurch NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus and now wondering what your next step is? We want to help! https://www.connectionpointe.org/nextsteps/ ABOUT CONNECTION POINTEAt Connection Pointe, our mission is to connect people to Jesus and each other. Whether you've been around church your whole life or this is a brand new journey, we have a place for you and we hope your journey will include joining us at a Connection Pointe location or online at https://connectionpointe.org/live Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.connectionpointe.org/ FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/connectionpointeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/connect_cp Find out more about our lead pastor, John S. Dickerson: https://www.connectionpointe.org/leadpastor

Jesus, make my table bigger. Keywords: Hospitality; kindness; community; guest; host; enlarge my table.Scripture: Luke 14:12

2026-04-03-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 5 2026, in the 8:30 am service.   Scripture: Luke 24, Acts 1:1–3   Notes: -Although attempts have been made throughout the centuries to discredit Christ's resurrection, Christians should not rely on things they see or hear, says Pastor Livingston. -Read God's Word itself, which reveals many proofs of who Jesus is and what He had done for mankind.

2026-04-03-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 5 2026, in the 10:30 am service.   Scripture: Luke 24, Acts 1:1–3   Notes: -Although attempts have been made throughout the centuries to discredit Christ's resurrection, Christians should not rely on things they see or hear, says Pastor Livingston. -Read God's Word itself, which reveals many proofs of who Jesus is and what He had done for mankind.

Easter is too marvelous for words, but we're going to try.  Luke 24 is an account of the resurrection: from the morning when the empty tomb was discovered, to the middle of the day when Jesus appeared on the road to Emmaus, to the evening when Jesus appeared to his disciples. And in that evening account, we see that Jesus said a number of things to his disciples. We can learn three things about the resurrection of Jesus Christ from what happens that evening: 1) the resurrection of Jesus Christ is a paradigm-shattering historical event, 2) the resurrection of Jesus Christ is the key to understanding the message of the entire Bible, and 3) the resurrection is the strongest message of hope possible. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 20, 2014. Series: Knowing Jesus. Scripture: Luke 24:36-49. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

A 10-minute devotional to help us slow down and fix our eyes on Jesus this Holy Week.   Scripture: Luke 22:39-48

A 10-minute devotional to help us slow down and fix our eyes on Jesus this Holy Week.   Scripture: Luke  22:14-23

For centuries now, on the Sunday before Easter, the church has observed the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem just days before he was crucified. It's called Palm Sunday.  What does Palm Sunday mean? It means Jesus is king, and it's important to see that's not just an abstract proposition. Palm Sunday is about this: you can't know Jesus Christ unless you know him as king. He can't change your life unless you understand him as king. You can't even understand who he is unless you understand him as king.  Luke 19 teaches us 1) Jesus is the true king, 2) Jesus is the weak king, and 3) how he can be your king. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 13, 2014. Series: Knowing Jesus. Scripture: Luke 19:28-40. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Christianity gives us resources to help us live in a world that's hard to live in. And in Luke 5, we see a resource we wouldn't immediately think of as one — that is, that when Jesus calls us, he sends us out into the world to serve. Serving other people is draining, but it's also strengthening. Because if you see that you should live for your neighbor's fulfillment rather than your own fulfillment, paradoxically, that becomes a very fulfilling life. Jesus sends us out in three ways: 1) he sends us with our faith out into our work, 2) he asks us to take our faith out to the marginalized of society, and 3) he asks us to go out and help change people's hearts toward God. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on March 16, 2014. Series: Knowing Jesus. Scripture: Luke 5:4-25. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

When you're in the wilderness, how do you handle the trials, the difficulties, and the temptations? In Luke 4, we have a famous passage about the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. Jesus is assaulted by the Devil, and he deals with it through the Word of God. We're going to look at how Jesus uses Scripture, and how, in a practical way, we can too. This text shows us 1) the depth and complexity of evil, 2) some of the strategies of evil, and 3)  how to defeat evil using Scripture. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on March 9, 2014. Series: Knowing Jesus. Scripture: Luke 4:1-13. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

SAINT COMPANION PRAYER - St. Paul, teach me what you learned, that true freedom is not the absence of struggle, but the presence of Christ, through whom, I can do all things.SCRIPTURE- Luke 15:7“I tell you, in just the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous people who have no need of repentance.”REFLECTION- Sr. KaraMUSIC- NOTES- Lent: Check out the LENT page on The God Minute website to find out more about our programming for this week.PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

SAINT COMPANION PRAYER - St. Paul, teach me what you learned, that true freedom is not the absence of struggle, but the presence of Christ, through whom, I can do all things.SCRIPTURE- Luke 1:35And the angel said to her in reply, “The holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Therefore the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God."REFLECTION- Sr. M. KarolynMUSIC- "Holy Is His Name (The Magnificat)" Instrumental- "Psalm 40" by Chris Brunelle- "Holy, Holy, Holy" by Jay StockerNOTES- Lent: Check out the LENT page on The God Minute website to find out more about our programming for this week.PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.