Podcasts about scripture luke

What is your one thing?In this episode of the Stress Less series, Alex preaches Philippians 3:13 and Lokelani joins for the Q&A after the amen. Paul wasn't scattered. He was a runner with his eyes on one finish line. Most of our stress doesn't come from having too little. It comes from carrying things God never asked us to carry.We look at where “one thing” shows up in Scripture (Luke 10:42, Mark 10:21, John 9:25, Psalm 27:4), what Jesus' one thing was, and how to find yours.FREE STUDY GUIDE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jpDsiLG0XZi9jchdd1RoIt_FEtYM-lB6/view?usp=sharingSupport the ministry: https://amenpodcast.com/donateAmen Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amen-podcast/id1437840199 Amen Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55g6BqsNLWNPWz7TuQ1QBK?si=uj86K1L8TiOJjmmFiZ7MdwAmen YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amenpodcast?si=uVsPlTyabiGI6TG4 House Church 808 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@housechurch808?si=54HXOpoLpDQHZW5mHouse Church Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-church-with-alex-wilson/id1871396334 House Church Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RejGA2t3jPTJyUabUBnH8?si=BHTBhCDLQeWI2tTtFi2OTwhousechurchkauai.comGo out and be the church.

What is your one thing?In this episode of the Stress Less series, Alex preaches Philippians 3:13 and Lokelani joins for the Q&A after the amen. Paul wasn't scattered. He was a runner with his eyes on one finish line. Most of our stress doesn't come from having too little. It comes from carrying things God never asked us to carry.We look at where “one thing” shows up in Scripture (Luke 10:42, Mark 10:21, John 9:25, Psalm 27:4), what Jesus' one thing was, and how to find yours.FREE STUDY GUIDE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jpDsiLG0XZi9jchdd1RoIt_FEtYM-lB6/view?usp=sharingSupport the ministry: https://amenpodcast.com/donateAmen Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amen-podcast/id1437840199 Amen Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55g6BqsNLWNPWz7TuQ1QBK?si=uj86K1L8TiOJjmmFiZ7MdwAmen YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amenpodcast?si=uVsPlTyabiGI6TG4 House Church 808 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@housechurch808?si=54HXOpoLpDQHZW5mHouse Church Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-church-with-alex-wilson/id1871396334 House Church Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RejGA2t3jPTJyUabUBnH8?si=BHTBhCDLQeWI2tTtFi2OTwhousechurchkauai.comGo out and be the church.

In Luke 15:1–7, Jesus tells the parable of the lost sheep—a powerful picture of the heart of God for those who are far from Him.Pastor Dave Klassen reminds us that every single soul matters to God. The shepherd does not simply settle for the ninety-nine; he goes searching for the one that is lost until he finds it. And when that sheep is found, there is great rejoicing.This message challenges us to see people the way God sees them—not as unimportant, hopeless, or beyond reach, but as people deeply loved by their Shepherd. As followers of Christ, we are also given the responsibility to reach out to those who are lost, hurting, and searching for hope.Key themes from this message:- Every person matters to God.- God does not want anyone to be lost.- Jesus is the Good Shepherd who cares for His sheep.- We are called to reach out to those who do not yet know Christ.- Finding the lost brings great joy.May this message give you a renewed passion to see the lost through God's eyes and to share the love and hope of Jesus with those around you.Scripture: Luke 15:1–7; John 10:11–12; Psalm 23; Isaiah 40:11; Ezekiel 34:11–12

More broken than we know, more loved than we can comprehend. Welcome to the weekly sermon podcast of Grace Church Bellingham.

SCRIPTURE- Luke 2:19 "But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart."REFLECTION- UmbertoMUSIC- Hail Holy Queen- As I Kneel Before You by Marian Morning Playlist on YouTubeNOTES- 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.

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This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer continues our new series, Interpreting the Times—a journey through Luke 10–13 where Jesus teaches His people how to see clearly and respond rightly in a world filled with confusion, distraction, and competing voices.We pray this message is a blessing and encouragement to you.For more information about The Point Church, visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Scripture: Luke 10:1-24

This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson begins our new series, Interpreting the Times—a journey through Luke 10–13 where Jesus teaches His people how to see clearly and respond rightly in a world filled with confusion, distraction, and competing voices.We pray this message is a blessing and encouragement to you.For more information about The Point Church, visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Scripture: Luke 10:1-24Takeaway: Every Believer Is Called to Participate in Making Disciples and Advancing the Gospel to the Nations

What happens when our confidence in being “right” becomes the very thing keeping us from recognizing our need for grace?In Week 7 of our True Fiction series, Pastor Rob unpacks Jesus' parable of The Pharisee and the Tax Collector found in Luke 18:9-14.Two men enter the Temple to pray. One stands confidently before God, convinced of his own righteousness and comparing himself to everyone around him. The other stands at a distance with nothing to offer but honesty, humility, and a desperate prayer for mercy.Yet Jesus says it was the tax collector who went home right with God.Through this powerful parable, we discover what Kingdom Humility really looks like. It isn't thinking less of ourselves. It's recognizing our need for grace and refusing to use someone else's failures to make ourselves feel righteous.Because in the Kingdom of God, we don't come to Jesus proving how good we are. We come knowing how good He is.Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Who are you talking to when you pray? And what difference does it make?In the second message of our How to Pray series, we continue through Luke 11 and Jesus' teaching on prayer. Jesus begins by teaching us to approach God as Father—a God who already knows us, loves us, and wants to hear from us. But he also teaches us to pray, “Hallowed be your name,” reminding us that this loving Father is also holy, transcendent, and greater than we can imagine.Prayer begins not with our needs or a list of requests, but by turning our attention toward God.In this message, we explore:Why Jesus teaches us to pray to God as FatherHow Jesus reveals what God is likeWhy God's nearness and holiness belong togetherHow to begin prayer through adorationA simple practice of paying attention, giving thanks, magnifying God, and celebratingWhether you're brand new to prayer or looking to deepen your prayer life, this message offers a simple way to begin: turn your attention toward the God who is already with you.Scripture: Luke 11:1–13

Spiritual Discipline Matters!There's a difference between cleaning up your life and surrendering it completely to Jesus.In Luke 11:24–26, Jesus warns us about the danger of an empty house. Behavior modification may change what's happening on the outside, but lasting transformation happens when we allow Christ to fill every area of our lives.Persistent prayer changes the locks on the doors of our hearts. Worship gives us new furniture. The Word decorates the walls. Obedience shuts the door to the enemy.The goal isn't simply to remove what doesn't belong—it's to fill every inch of your life with Jesus: His Word, His ways, and His truth.Don't confuse the freedom of a cleaned-up life with the fullness of a surrendered one.Steep your identity in Christ and His Word, build spiritual disciplines that keep you rooted in Him, and watch how the old begins to fall away.Scripture: Luke 11:24–26Connect with Nexus Church: nexuskc.comPartner with what God is doing through Nexus Church:nexuskc.com/give

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14 Focus: Righteousness is a gift from God not something earned through works. Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date: August 9, 2026

SCRIPTURE- Luke 1:38“And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be done to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her” REFLECTION- JenMUSIC- Be Present at Our Table, LordBe Thou My VisionNOTES- 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.

Today's Scripture: Luke 11:9–13 What do you do when you believe God is good, but your body still braces when it's time to ask him for help? Today's Scripture speaks to the history beneath our prayers — the early experiences that taught us whether asking was safe, ignored, punished, or met with care. This episode helps you notice the inner flinch, honor the part of you that stopped asking, and begin rebuilding trust with God one small request at a time. You'll learn: *Why asking God for help can feel risky *How early attachment wounds shape what you expect from God *Why what you believe and what you feel can be different systems *How to notice the inner flinch without shaming it *One small way to practice asking God for something real Go Deeper: Pre-order The Secure Soul to learn how your earliest attachments shape what you expect from God — and how to begin repairing those patterns. 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

Prayer can feel intimidating. What do you say? Does God really hear you? What if nobody ever taught you how to pray?In the opening message of our How to Pray series, we begin in Luke 11, where Jesus' disciples ask the same question many of us still ask today: "Lord, teach us to pray." Together we'll discover that prayer isn't reserved for spiritual experts—it's a practice anyone can learn.In this message you'll explore:Why everyone prays, even people without faith.What Jesus' own prayer life teaches us.How prayer becomes a regular practice instead of a last resort.Why praying the Lord's Prayer can reshape your relationship with God.If you've ever wondered where to begin with prayer, this message is for you.Scripture: Luke 11:1–4

2026-08-02-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, August 2, 2026, in the 8:30 am service.   Scripture: Luke 18:18–23, 1 Kings 19:19–21, Hebrews 11:13–16, Matthew 13:44–46, Matthew 6:33 Notes: -Jesus will trade you all the "lower blessings" of this world for the glorious blessings that He offers. -You can turn over sin, pain and disappointment of the world for peace, joy and eternal glory. -But Pastor Livingston tells listeners: you can only hold on to one or the other, not both.

2026-08-02-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, August 2, 2026, in the 10:30 am service.   Scripture: Luke 18:18–23, 1 Kings 19:19–21, Hebrews 11:13–16, Matthew 13:44–46, Matthew 6:33 Notes: -Jesus will trade you all the "lower blessings" of this world for the glorious blessings that He offers. -You can turn over sin, pain and disappointment of the world for peace, joy and eternal glory. -But Pastor Livingston tells listeners: you can only hold on to one or the other, not both.

Most people who read the Bible are reading it for the wrong thing.For information. For answers. For a checklist. And when it doesn't deliver, they close it and walk away disappointed. But what if the Bible was never meant to be read like a search engine — or a self-help book — or an instruction manual?Drawing from Luke 24 and the Road to Emmaus, Pastor Aaron unpacks what Scripture is actually designed to do: reveal a person, tell a story, teach a truth, and require a life. This is week one of a new series on Scripture — and it starts with one question: what would change if you read the Bible not for information, but for intimacy?One small habit. Consistently practiced. The power to transform your life.Scripture: Luke 24:13–49John 14:6John 16:13Romans 10:8–11James 1:221 John 5:3–4Resources: The Jesus Storybook BibleCape Town Commitment (Lausanne Movement)The Bible RecapYouVersion AppFor the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel. Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church.Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurchInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurchesWebsite | https://hillsidechurches.com

Scripture: Luke 8:40-48Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8 Focus: Until Christ returns, keep praying with confidence to your loving Heavenly Father. Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date Recorded: August 2, 2026

Title: The Prayer and the Pray-er Scripture: Luke 11:1-13 Speaker: Mark Saylor Date: August 2, 2026

SCRIPTURE- Luke 1:49"At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, where she entered Zechariah's home and greeted Elizabeth. And Mary said, “The Almighty has done great things for me -holy is his name. And then she waited on Elizabeth.”REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSIC- "On This Day O Beautiful Mother" by Michael Allen Harrison- "Magnificat" Taizé InstrumentalNOTES- 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.

Who is my neighbor?It's one of the most famous questions ever asked Jesus. But instead of giving a definition, Jesus told a story that has challenged hearts for over 2,000 years.In Week 5 of our True Fiction series, Pastor Chris Hoyt unpacks the parable of The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) and reveals that this story isn't just about helping strangers. It's about learning to see people the way Jesus sees them.Love doesn't stop at compassion.Love crosses the road.But the greatest surprise comes at the end of the story.Before we could ever become the Good Samaritan... we were the wounded traveler. Broken, helpless, and in desperate need of mercy. The good news of the Gospel is that Jesus crossed the greatest road imaginable to rescue us.When you've experienced that kind of love, you can't help but share it with others.Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

American exceptionalism isn't arrogance. It's a gift—and a debt.In this episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Nathan Brown and Pastor Rob McCoy sit down with Texas State Rep. Nate Shatzline and ReAwaken USA founder James Owen to make the case for American exceptionalism—not flag-waving pride, but a blessing this nation received and is now called to steward. Pastor Rob McCoy describes what he believes the world looks like without America: oligarchies, tyranny, and humanity as the saddle the wealthy ride. Perfect for the commute, the gym, or the drive to work.You'll Learn:✅ Why "America is uniquely evil" and "all nations are equal" both collapse under scrutiny✅ How the debate over Israel and the rise of Islam are testing American exceptionalism right now✅ Why American exceptionalism dies the moment Christians stop participating✅ What one honest conversation can still do

Jul 26th - Not Who You Think God Is, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: More Than You Think: Discovering the Parables of Jesus A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 16.19–26.Ever felt like life is a constant test, and you're never quite good enough to pass? This Sunday we're talking about a different way to see God, ourselves, and the people right at our front gate. A God who meets us in our mess, not after we've cleaned it up. If you're hungry for a faith that looks more like grace than pressure, you're welcome to join us online or in person this Sunday.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Grace, unconditional love, parable, rich man, Lazarus, reward and punishment, God's favor, ledger theology, heaven and hell, living hell, bringing heaven to earth, kingdom of God, fullness of love, seeing others, compassion., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

We're continuing our Faith Stories series, because faith never just affects the person who has it — it affects everyone around them. This week we're in Luke 18:35-43 with a blind man sitting by the road outside Jericho. When he hears that Jesus of Nazareth is passing by, he starts shouting: "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" The crowd tells him to hush — and he cries out all the more. And Jesus, on his way to Jerusalem to be crucified for the sins of the world, stands still. He stops his mission for one man's faith, calls him over, and asks, "What do you want me to do for you?" The man is healed, and immediately follows Jesus — and all the people, seeing it, give praise to God. A few things worth sitting with: Jesus stood still. He didn't have to stop. He was on his way to the cross. But persistent, unembarrassed faith got his full attention — and it still does. God closing the loop. Remember Jericho from Joshua 6 — the walls that came tumbling down? Where there was once rubble and ruin, here comes Jesus bringing redemption and restoration, near the end of his ministry, still loving and serving people on his way out. (Even the names rhyme: Joshua and Yeshua share the root meaning "Yahweh saves.") Ask the questions. "Son of David" is genealogy and prophecy fulfilled — and if that's ever confused you, you're in good company. There are no dumb questions when it comes to figuring out your faith. Ask them. The invitation: a persistent faith — one that won't quit, that isn't altered by the opinions of other people, that's anchored in God's character and track record. Position yourself around people who've walked through the fire, be strengthened by their faith, and then use your own story to serve, love, and inspire someone else's. Get up and follow Jesus. Scripture: Luke 18:35-43 (with a look back at Joshua 6).

Jesus, help me to live with a healed heart.Scripture: Luke 6:27-28 Best of, Summer.

Why did Jesus ask, "Why do you call me, 'Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say?" (Luke 6:46)In this episode of Arthur's Bible Study Podcast, Arthur reflects on the often-uncomfortable gap between what we profess with our lips and how we live our lives. Jesus wasn't looking for perfect people—He was calling faithful disciples whose obedience flows from hearts transformed by His grace.Together we'll explore the biblical meaning of hypocrisy, why outward appearances can never replace inward transformation, and how ordinary acts of obedience become powerful witnesses to the world around us. This is not a message about earning God's love, but about allowing our confession of Christ to shape our decisions, relationships, and everyday lives.If you've ever found yourself asking whether your faith is visible beyond Sunday morning, this episode will encourage you to look honestly at your own heart while resting in the grace of the One who continues to transform us.Scripture: Luke 6:46–49; James 1:22–25Share the WordIf this episode encouraged you, please consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. New episodes publish weekly!

Jesus, though it seems hardly sufficient, you do so much with the little I hold up to you.Scripture: Luke 24:40-43 Best of, Summer.

What if you're in the middle of a dust storm right now — and you don't even know it?When visibility drops to near zero, when you feel disoriented and alone, it's easy to miss what God is actually doing. In Luke 24, two disciples walk seven miles with the risen Jesus — and don't recognize him. Not because he's hidden. Because they're downcast.Drawing from the Road to Emmaus, guest speaker Chris Simning unpacks three questions that stop us in our tracks: Is something blinding you from seeing God at work? How can you be fully alive in your brokenness? And what truth do you need to acknowledge today?Through his own story of living with two disabilities, Chris shows what it looks like to find road signs of God's faithfulness — even when the storm hasn't passed.Jesus is ever so near. You may just need new eyes to see him.Scripture: Luke 24:13–31, John 5, Ephesians 3:16–19, 2 Timothy 3:16For the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel. Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church.Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurchInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurchesWebsite | https://hillsidechurches.com

Jul 19th - Who is Rescuing Who?, with Rev. Sharon Edwards. Series: More Than You Think: Discovering the Parables of Jesus A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 10.25–37.Ever feel torn between wanting to help others and barely holding it together yourself? Or wonder why it can be so hard to let someone help you?This Sunday we are exploring what it means to give and receive care in real life. No perfect people, just honest stories about loneliness, purpose, and the quiet ways we rescue each other.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Love, loneliness, rescue, parable, Good Samaritan, compassion, neighbor, vulnerability, care sharing, mutual rescue, spiritual practice, face of God, caregivers connection, Marty Richards, Stephen Fine., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Have you ever wondered why the angel Gabriel responded so strongly to Zechariah's doubt?In Luke 1, Zechariah receives incredible news: after years of waiting, he and Elizabeth will have a son who will prepare the way for the Messiah. But instead of responding with faith, Zechariah responds with doubt. Gabriel's response wasn't simply about one question—it revealed the importance of trusting God's promises and His perfect timing.In this message, guest speaker Pastor Adam McCain from Hill City Church and Overseer of Global Ministers Network shares practical wisdom for anyone waiting on God.You'll discover how to:Trust God's timing instead of your own.Stop trying to control the "how" and "when."Remain faithful while God develops your character.Refuse to make villains out of people you think are in your way.Guard your words so they align with God's promises.Even when God's timing doesn't make sense, His promises will come true at the proper time.Scripture: Luke 1:5–20 (NIV)If this message encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to trust God's timing today.#Faith #Luke1 #TrustGod #GodsTiming #WaitingOnGod #Zechariah #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #OverflowChurch #PastorAdamMcCainSupport the show

More broken than we know, more loved than we can comprehend. Welcome to the weekly sermon podcast of Grace Church Bellingham.

When the disciples cried out, “Lord, increase our faith,” Jesus pointed them to something small, stubborn, and invasive: the mustard seed. In the ancient world, mustard was not a polite herb, it was a weed that spread everywhere once it took root. That is what real faith looks like. It does not stay safe or ornamental. It disrupts, it grows, it takes over.In this message, Rev. Shawn Garan explores Luke 17:5–10, the surprising cultural background of the mustard seed, and what it means for us to nurture a living, persistent faith. Faith is not about quantity but about nature. Faith is Dory saying, “Just keep swimming.” Faith is William Wallace crying, “They may take our lives, but they cannot take our freedom.” Faith is Churchill declaring, “Never, never, never give up.”Join us as we discover that mustard-seed faith may be small, but it will not be stopped.

Why would Jesus praise a dishonest manager? In Luke 16:1–13, Jesus tells one of His most confusing parables. On the surface, it looks like a story about shady accounting. But beneath the surface, it is really about the soul, the ego, and the radical freedom of grace.Life often feels like a ledger we can never balance. The bills pile up, mistakes weigh heavy, and the debts—emotional, spiritual, even relational—seem too much to repay. Yet in this parable, Jesus shows us that the good news of the gospel is not about keeping perfect accounts. It is about grace that cancels the debt entirely.Through everyday stories, biblical reflection, and psychological insight, Pastor Shawn Garan invites us to discover what it means to stop keeping score and start living free. The books are closed. The debts are forgiven. Grace has balanced it all.

Today's Scripture: Luke 18:35–43 What do you do when you've learned to swallow your needs, lower your voice, or stop asking for help? Today's Scripture shows a blind man crying out to Jesus while the crowd tells him to be quiet — and Jesus stops to listen. This episode helps you notice where you've been trained into silence, reclaim the dignity of your longing, and answer Jesus' question: “What do you want me to do for you?” You'll learn:*Why your needs may feel inconvenient or “too much”*How learned silence develops when your voice has been dismissed*Why Jesus is not irritated by your longing*How desire can become a doorway to encounter*One honest way to answer Jesus' question todayGo Deeper: Take a moment to write down your answer to Jesus' question: “What do you want me to do for you?” 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

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56 Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Recorded on July 12, 2026

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Scripture: Luke 15:1-2; 11-24 Dave Carl takes us through the Parable of the Lost Son showing us how much God really loves us. Slides Download

We all know the story of the Good Samaritan. Most of us learned it in Sunday school as a lesson about being kind, helping others, and doing the right thing.But Jesus wasn't just giving us another moral rule to follow.In this Sunday School Remix episode, I take a deeper look at Luke 10:25–37 and the moment that prompted Jesus to tell this parable in the first place. A lawyer—someone who knew all the religious rules—asked Jesus a familiar question: “Who is my neighbor?” Luke tells us he asked it hoping to justify himself.That detail matters.Because this story isn't about earning goodness or proving you're right. It's about how easily religious rules can distract us from mercy—and how God keeps placing opportunities for compassion directly in our path.In this episode, we explore:Why Jesus tells this story in response to self-justificationHow religious rules can become barriers to compassionWhy the priest and Levite walk by—and why that made sense religiouslyWhy making the Samaritan the hero was so shockingHow humility is the starting point for real compassionWhat it looks like to notice the needs God places right in front of usThe Good Samaritan isn't a story about being a better rule-follower. It's an invitation to live a life shaped by mercy—again and again.

Today's Scripture: Luke 13:34–35 **Today's devotional is in response to listener requests.**What do you do when someone you love will not come close, receive help, or change the pattern that is hurting them? Today's Scripture gives us a tender and honest picture of Jesus longing to gather Jerusalem like a hen gathers her chicks —and grieving that they were not willing. This episode helps you love deeply without overfunctioning, chasing, fixing, or taking responsibility for someone else's response. You'll learn: *Why love can be fully offered and still refused*How overfunctioning often grows out of anxiety and attachment distress*Why Jesus grieves without controlling*The difference between loving someone and becoming responsible for their agency*How to love with both tenderness and limits Go Deeper: Pre-order The Secure Soul and learn how to recognize the controller part of you that's trying to help — and return it to love. 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

How do you read the Bible? Through what lens? This lesson explores a few of the incomplete habits we have when reading Scripture, a framework Jesus gave to his disciples to view Scripture (Luke 24:25-27, 44-47), and proposed missional hermeneutic. 

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us. Please Subscribe to our Youtube Channel! http://www.youtube.com/@GrahamChapel Introduction In week five of our series, we shift our focus from Matthew 4 to examine the reality that Jesus’ temptations extended far beyond the wilderness. Because Jesus faced all the same testings we do, He was tempted to abandon God’s will for His life. As we look at His final hours, we see that Jesus was not being tempted by worldly things or pride, but rather faced the ultimate temptation to choose what He wanted over the will of God. Scripture * Luke 4:13 * Hebrews 4:15 * Mark 14:32-41 * Matthew 16:22-23 * Galatians 5:16-17 * Matthew 27:39-44 Sermon Points * Jesus did not want to suffer and die! * The Flesh and the Spirit were at war! * Satan came after His identity to the very end! Closing Wherever you are today, maybe you need to spend some time in prayer. The good news is that you do not have to be alone. You have a church family here who will pray with you and who are fighting their own temptations too. Just as Jesus came to the altar in Gethsemane, the altar is open this morning if you need to come and pray. 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.

Holy Spirit, build the foundation of my faith on Jesus, and nothing else.Scripture: Luke 6:48Keywords: Foundational; rock; firm; well built; strong; restored.Best of, Summer.

SCRIPTURE- Luke 14:13-14"Rather, when you hold a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind; blessed indeed will you be because of their inability to repay you. For you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous."REFLECTION- Sr. CharleneMUSIC- Their Message Goes to all the World - Gratitude by Instrumental WorshipNOTES-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.

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.