Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Second Coming, Judgment, Persecution
Speaker: Tanner Turley
Passage: Luke 21:5-38
Summary: When Jesus is prophesying the impending destruction of Jerusalem, we can see a warning of the same sort given to us. There will be a day of judgment, and for those of us who are in Christ, we can celebrate the approaching kingdom of God. Be vigilant in prayer, and steadfast in your commitment, as the approaching kingdom will be marked by persecution and trials. But know, that as difficulties increase, that Christ will strengthen us through the Spirit, and empower us to be faithful witnesses for God.
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Jesus Christ, Christian Life, Image of God
Speaker: Tanner Turley
Passage: Luke 20:9-21:4
Summary: Christ is called the cornerstone because He is the foundation on which we must build our lives on if we are to enjoy eternal life. As we build on this foundation, we become imitators of Christ, becoming more like Him every day. But for this glorious transformation to happen, our old selves must be put away and the new man will be created in it's place, a glorious joy that will become an eternal blessing.
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Jesus Christ, Judgment, Salvation
Speaker: Jon Chasteen
Passage: Luke 19:28-20:8
Summary: The Jewish people had been waiting for centuries for the arrival of the prophesied and promised King, who would come and establish His reign in Jerusalem. However, Jesus laments over Jerusalem knowing that the Israelites will reject Him, and that because of this rejection, will face the judgment of God. We have the same choice today. Will we choose to follow Christ, or reject Him? The answer to that question is the difference between life or death.
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Missional Living, Kingdom of God, Humility, Stewardship
Speaker: Tanner Turley
Passage: Luke 19:11-27
Summary: In becoming humble, and submitting to the authority of Christ, we commit ourselves to engaging in the work that God has planned for us. Each follower has been given certain gifts and circumstances in their lives that can lead to opportunities for displaying the Gospel. We must become faithful stewards, striving to glorify God more with the time and resources that we have, ready to give an account to the King.
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Jesus Christ, Mission, Evangelism
Speaker: Tanner Turley
Passage: Luke 19:1-10
Summary: Do you understand the mission of Jesus? Listen to the story of Zacchaeus experiencing the God's salvation and you will learn what Christ's mission and the gospel of Luke are all about. Jesus came to "seek and save the lost."
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Money/Possessions, Salvation, Repentance
Speaker: Tanner Turley
Passage: Luke 18:18-43
Summary: To follow Christ, we must give up the idols in our lives that distract us from fully glorifying God. When gifts from God become ultimate things in our lives, we are drawn away from Christ rather than towards Him. When we make this sacrifice, and follow Him, we understand that our true treasure lies in a perfect eternal relationship with God, one that we must make known to the world, and pray that others will join us in.
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Gospel, Second Coming, Kingdom of God
Speaker: Tanner Turley
Passage: Luke 17:20-18:17
Summary: Jesus taught that his kingdom was like the dawning of the sun. It dawned in his first coming and is already here. It is rising in power until it is fully consummated in his second coming. Luke 17:20-18:17 teach us how to persevere in between the times. We should pray and receive the kingdom with humility. Our simple prayer should be: "God, be merciful to me, a sinner."
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Discipleship, Faith, Suffering
Speaker: Jon Chasteen
Passage: Luke 17:1-19
Summary: The events that unfolded at the Boston Marathon often lead to questions of why suffering and evil occurs so often in this world. The Gospel answers by telling us that we live in a fallen and sinful world that can never be restored by any effort of our own. However, Christ came to redeem and restore us to himself, making it possible to eventually live a perfect life in fellowship with Him. In our short time we have to live on this earth, He has made us free to extend grace, forgive, serve, and love mankind. Let your faith in Him take root in your soul and prepare for the work He sets before you.
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: Faith, Money/Possessions, Repentance
Speaker: Tanner Turley
Passage: Luke 16
Summary: How we view our possessions is a good indication of our faithfulness to God in our lives. When we are fully surrendered to God's authority, we become faithful stewards of our time, money, and especially in our relationships with others. Jesus warns us that eternal punishment awaits those who abuse riches, and refuse to repent and surrender themselves to God. The good news is that in Jesus' death this doesn't have to be our fate! Repent and follow Him, and He will lead us into eternal life
Series: The Mission of Jesus (Luke)
Category: God, Love
Speaker: Tanner Turley
Passage: Luke 15
Summary: Luke 15 contains one of the most famous stories in the Bible, the Parable of the Prodigal Son. Perhaps it should be called the Parable of the Prodigal Love of God. In it we see how the gospel saves the irreligious and religious through the audacious, gracious, affectionate, forgiving, and joyful love of God.
