What does it look like to live a "zealous" life bubbling over with "spiritual fervor?"

We finish off Luke chapter 14 with two short verses from Jesus that remind us of the importance of "staying salty" as his followers.

Carrying from last sermon's theme of the challenges of choosing to follow Jesus, this message highlights the idea that we need to "estimate the cost" of being a disciple. 

We're back into the Open Invitation series! Moving on from the scene featuring Jesus speaking with those gathered for a meal in the home of an influential Pharisee, we now see Jesus addressing the larger crowds. His words to the growing flocks of people might surprise you!

Reflecting on a recent article written by Russell Moore, we have the option to follow one of (at least) two shepherds calling out to us and influencing our lives. Which shepherd do you want to follow?

In the aftermath of the Texas floods, this sermon unpacks some of the big questions we have about God in the midst of suffering and tragedy.

Jesus warns his tablemates about the possible excuses that can distract us from having a central focus on the Kingdom of God.

Continuing the scene of Jesus dining at the home of a prominent Pharisee in Luke 14, Jesus now describes how someone might determine a "guest list" in the ancient world. His calling is for his followers to live at a "blessing deficit" with the people in their community. 

Jesus follows up his healing—at a Sabbath meal, while dining at the home of a prominent religious leader—with an observation (and critique) of the seat-choosing behavior of the guests and what it reveals about their hearts.

Jesus is at it once again! He's healing on the Sabbath (for the third time in Luke) while welcoming an "unclean" man near the table of a shared meal. His opponents (who likely contrived this entire experience as a test) are left silent. What can we learn about their loss of words?