The Promise of a Messiah
Paul Strout examines how even from the beginning, God was revealing a plan to bring forth a saving Messiah and King.
Category Archives: Messages
Luke 9:1-9 – Discipleship Practicum
Luke 9:1-9 marks a turning point in Luke, where Jesus, having been teaching and displaying his works to his disciples, then gives them power to heal and cast out demons and sends them out to expand his work. However, as Matt Brown points out, the ultimate work of glorifying God is Christ’s ultimate purpose, and it
Luke 8:40-56 – Waiting on Jesus
The importance of faith is emphasized again as two people require Jesus’ healing. The text is from Luke 8:40-56.
Luke 8:26-39 – One Against a Multitude
Jesus’ power is once again on display as he takes on a legion of demons. The text is from Luke 8:26-39.
Luke 8:22-25 – Boat Ride With God
Fear, power, and a lack of faith are revealed as Christ rebukes a storm, and it obeys. The text is from Luke 8:22-25.
Luke 8:16-21 – Blessed are the Hearers
Pastor Michael Rattin considers the importance Jesus places on being hearers of God’s word. The text is from Luke 8:16-21.
Luke 8:1-15 – Good News of the Kingdom + Good Soil = Abundant Fruit
Pastor Michael Rattin examines the parable of the sower in Luke 8:1-15.
Luke 7:18-35 – When the Big Man Struggles
John the Baptist struggles with doubt as Jesus’ agenda doesn’t always coincide with our own expectations. The text is from Luke 7:18-35.
Luke 7:36-50 – Much Love: The Fruit of Sins Forgiven
Pastor Michael Rattin compares false righteousness with true love as a self-important Pharisee mocks a repentant sinner. The text is from Luke 7:36-50.
Luke 7:11-17 – The King’s Compassion and the Authority to Raise the Dead
Pastor Michael Rattin examines the fear and glorifying of God inspired by Jesus’ compassion in raising a man from the dead. The text is from Luke 7:11-17.