Do you have what it takes?
Jesus has called every believer to be a “disciple maker” (Matthew 28:19) – to walk alongside others, helping them as they learn to trust and follow Jesus. But are you…
discipleship
What is most important?
There’s a lot happening in a powerful little story that Luke includes in his Gospel. Jesus is travelling with his disciples, and they are invited into the home of Martha…
Kingdom strategies
How many of us try and work things out for ourselves? I’m one of those who likes to plan ahead. To know what I need to do and have “all…
God’s righteousness – Luke 18:9-14
Righteousness, or doing what is right, is incredibly important to God. In fact, God’s throne, or His rulership is founded on righteousness and justice (Psalm 89:14). So when Jesus comes…
The Power of Thankfulness – Luke 17:11-19
When was the last time you said “thank you” to someone who did something for you? You may have done it quite recently, or perhaps you are struggling to remember…
Jesus is coming to your house today – Luke 19:1-10
Whenever I read the Christmas story I’m always amazed at the variety of people who recognized and welcomed Jesus (Mary and Joseph, shepherds, Simeon and Anna) – all rather ordinary…
Your kingdom come! – Luke 10:17-24
Have you ever seen a miracle happen right in front of you? I’m talking about someone miraculously receiving their sight or hearing; limbs growing; instant healing; or someone being amazingly…
A harvest in an unexpected place – Luke 10:1-4
When you look at those around you – at work, at school, as you are out and about during the day – what do you see? Most of us see…
Look forward, not back – Luke 9:61-62
Following Jesus is an absolutely amazing journey. But it is also quite challenging. Over the last couple of posts we have seen Jesus’ response to two would-be followers who were…
“Yes, but…” – Luke 9:59-60
Today’s passage begins with Jesus calling a man to follow Him. The man’s response is essentially “Yes, but…”. He had a prior obligation and this was his reason (or excuse?)…