In Luke 15:1-7, Jesus gave the first of three parables that focus on the importance of welcoming sinners. In reflecting on this parable & its setting, how do you hear this word from Jesus? Jason Locke looks at the priorities of God’s Kingdom and the way in which our busy, distracted lives often blind us to our own priorities.
The Visitation is the common name for the story of Mary’s visit to her relative Elizabeth. Luke makes it clear that the source of blessing is far from the halls of power and takes place among the most unlikely people. With this sermon from Luke 1:39-45, Jason Locke concludes our 2018 Advent series.
Jason Locke preaches from Luke 3:7-18. John the Baptist proclaimed a message of repentance to the crowds in the wilderness. In what sense do we need to repent today? What is it that blinds us from the true Savior who is coming into our world?
We know that God loves all people. Yet throughout scripture, it seems clear that God cares for outsiders as much or even more than insiders. In Luke 9:46-62, the disciples learn that they must welcome outsiders if they want to welcome God into their lives. Jason Locke discusses the need for a constant focus on reaching the unchurched.