In Luke 8:40-56, Jesus heals a woman suffering from a blood issue for twelve years and raises Jairus' twelve-year-old daughter from the dead. Both miracles highlight the power of faith in Jesus' ability to transform dire situations. Once again Luke shows the need to overcome fear, trust in divine timing, and find hope even in the face of despair.

When a man possessed with many demons is healed by Jesus, his changed life is evident to all.  He longs to follow after and learn from the One who has saved and restored his life. But Jesus does not allow the man to return with Him to Galilee. Instead, He instructs the man to return to his home and society and allow his changed life to illustrate the greatness and goodness of God.

 Who Can This Be? Jesus’ authority over the winds and the water bewilders the disciples. Their question reflects their attempts to understand the implication of such a display of power. No ordinary man can do what Jesus is doing; therefore, He is no ordinary man.

My Mother and My Brothers: When Jesus’ earthly family seeks Him, His response is shocking and insightful. In this episode, the Lord elevates the spiritual relationship He has with His followers in a remarkable way.

Take Heed How You Hear:

Why did Jesus teach in parables? In this episode, we will explore the answer as we dissect Jesus’ famous Parable of the Sower, or more appropriately named the Parable of the Soils: Luke 8:4-15.

When Jesus is invited to the home of a Pharisees named Simon, his prophetic powers are called into question. But Jesus once again turns the tables on the skeptics and the doubters. Find out why Jesus tells Simon, “you gave me no kiss.”

Jesus seeks to encourage John with a reassuring message—a message meant to strengthen the faith of an isolated prophet and a reminder to all that anyone who lays aside preconceived notions and expectations and simply surrenders to the Lord’s plan will be blessed—a message delivered long ago when Jesus said, “Go tell John…”

After Jesus displays His remarkable power over disease and death, what is the lesson to learn? After witnessing the miracles and message of Jesus, it becomes more and more evident that God has visited  His people.

 Why Do You Call Me Lord, Lord?  As Jesus draws his sermon to a close, he asks his audience this important question.  This episode highlights Jesus’ instructions on how to avoid being surprised on the final day of judgment.

 In this episode, we discuss one of the most challenging commands in the New Testament—“love your enemies.” In Luke 6:27-36 Jesus gives four proactive mandates to His disciples: (1) love your enemies; (2) do good to those who hate you; (3) bless those who curse you; and (4) pray for those who despitefully use you.  It is only when we reflect the love Jesus demands of us will we reflect God to the world.