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Monthly Archives: January 2012
The Dishonest Steward
(Luke 16:1-9) The parable of the dishonest steward is about the wisdom of this world versus the wisdom of God. It shows us how the people of this world think and behave when caught out in wrongdoing. It is a … Continue reading
The Prodigal Sons Big Brother
(Luke 15:25-32) In my last post I looked at the Prodigal Son. Now let’s take the second part of that message and consider the prodigal son’s elder brother. Most people know about the prodigal son, but not too many think … Continue reading
The Prodigal Son
(Luke 15:11-24) Almost everyone knows the story of the prodigal son, including non-Christians. The message has been widely and much used as a teaching of redemption and return. It is a wonderful parable and has a number of good messages … Continue reading
Seeking the Lost Coin
(Luke 15:8-10) In the first few paragraphs of Luke 15 we see three very similar teachings. They cover different aspects of the same thing: seeking the lost. The Lord uses three different parable teachings to get the message across. In … Continue reading
Looking for Lost Sheep
(Luke 15:1-7) When you read the Bible it sometimes makes you wonder how some people think. In this section of scripture the Pharisees and scribes murmured amongst themselves saying, “This man receives sinners and eats with them.” (Verse 2) It … Continue reading
Seasoned with Salt
(Luke 14:34-35) Is salt good? We are often told by medical authorities to cut back on the amount of salt we have as it causes fluid retention, high blood pressure and can lead to heart disease or stroke. So I … Continue reading
What Will It Cost You to Follow Christ?
(Luke 14:25-33) When you talk to Christians you get the feeling that it won’t cost you a thing to become a Christian. But is that right? Is there no cost at all to following Jesus? That is what this scripture … Continue reading
The Great Invitation
(Luke 14:15-24) Picture this. You have a really big occasion coming up. Something really important to you and so you decide to throw a big celebration party. You invite all your friends to join you as you celebrate and then … Continue reading
Do You Give Expecting to Get?
(Luke 14:12-14) There is a saying in this world that goes, “You scratch my back and I’ll scratch yours.” What it means is that if you do something for me I will likewise do something for you. It’s all about … Continue reading
Will You be Recognised by God?
(Luke 14:7-11) What are the greatest words you could ever hear? It has to be the Lord saying on judgement day, “Well done good and faithful servant.” (Matthew 25:21, 23) That would be the ultimate recognition and aspiration for all … Continue reading
