Shepherd of the Hills - Winchester VA

Luke 16:1-13

Jesus tells one of his most puzzling parables: a dishonest manager who earns his master’s praise. Why would Jesus hold up such a figure? We wrestle with the sting of Jesus’ words—that unbelievers often act with more urgency and wisdom than believers do. Yet that sting drives us to the healing truth: Christ was perfectly faithful for us, and in him we are free. Free to master our wealth instead of being mastered by it. Free to use God’s gifts boldly and wisely for his kingdom, because our eternal future is already secure.

Luke 15:1-10

The idea of being lost and then found is one of the most comforting thoughts in all of Scripture–but only when we realize what it really meant that we were lost do we begin to grasp the depth of God's grace. In two simple yet vivid parables, Jesus reveals the hard truth that we were utterly helpless, hopeless, and lost, and comforts us by showing how eager he is to seek the lost, and the joy in heaven when even one lost person is brought to him in faith.

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Luke 14:1,7-14

Jesus says, “All those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” Today we see how pride drives us to chase recognition, but how Christ humbled Himself to the cross so that God could say to us, “Friend, move up to a better place.”

Luke 13:22-30

Jesus’ words cut straight to the heart: “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door.” This week we wrestle with what it means that the door is very narrow. Jesus’ warning shatters our false securities and calls us to focus on him. We also find gospel comfort: the door may be narrow, but in Christ it is wide open. He went to the cross to open the way for people from east and west, north and south—including you!

Luke 12:49-53

Jesus is the Prince of Peace, yet in Luke 12 He says He came to bring not peace but division! What does that mean for us? Today we explore how Christ’s mission to bring peace with God also results in painful division—even within families. These wounds hurt, but they are purposeful, like the cuts of a skilled surgeon. They burn away false hopes and leave us with the lasting peace of forgiveness, reconciliation, and eternal life.

Luke 12:22-34

Worry can feel unavoidable—almost like it’s part of being human. Yet Jesus points us to some of the simplest teachers in all creation: birds and flowers. They don’t have the capacity to worry, yet they are cared for every day. This week, we explore why worry is ultimately powerless, how it reveals a lack of trust, and how the Father’s proven care frees us to live generously and without fear. Discover the deep comfort in Jesus’ words, “Do not be afraid, little flock,” and the life-changing truth that your Father has already given you the kingdom.

Ecclesiastes 1:1,2, 12-14; 2:18-26

What do you do when everything you’ve worked so hard for… still leaves you feeling empty? Solomon's wisdom makes us confront the harsh truth that chasing meaning “under the sun” will always come up short. But in Christ, we’re given something far better than what we could ever earn—true purpose, lasting joy, and the freedom to live with open hands. Whether you’re feeling burned out, restless, or just wondering if it’s all worth it, this message will help you look in the right place—and give your undivided attention to the One who gives all things.

1 Timothy 2:1-7

Prayer often feels natural, like walking—until we stop and realize how powerful and purposeful it truly is. Today, we explore how God calls us to pray for all people, including those in authority, not just for our own comfort but so that his gospel can flourish. While our prayer life can be clumsy at best, and certainly not somethign we deserve, Jesus, our mediator and ransom, gives us access to God our Heavenly Father with confidence!

Luke 10:38-42

What do you have in common with a Mars orbiter? Missing one thing might mean disaster. Missing crucial details in calculation can cause a total mission failure for a spacecraft. Missing the "one thing needful" spells total disaster for our lives. Today, Jesus focuses us on the one thing that we need in life and eternity!

Ruth 1:1-19a

In a time of famine and grief, Naomi believed God had turned against her. But God was quietly at work—through the loyalty of an unlikely daughter-in-law named Ruth. God’s steadfast love opens our eyes to others, even in our own sorrow. Ruth’s devotion points us to an even greater Redeemer, Jesus, who refused to walk away from us. Because he gave us his undivided attention, we are now free to do the same—for a neighbor in need.