Lawyer Hears the Story of the Good Samaritan

Lawyer Hears the Story of the Good Samaritan

The lesson today is one of the parables that characterize the gospel of Luke. His gospel is full of the wonderful parables that Jesus used to make a point. Dr. Luke majors in parables just like Mark majors in miracles. Dr Luke records some parables that are among some of the most familiar parts of the Bible. The parable of the Good Samaritan is probably the best-known story. I have read where some consider it the greatest story ever told.

Getting Guidance from God, Genesis 24.67

Getting Guidance from God, Genesis 24.67

In the book of Genesis we can read the story of how Abraham received guidance from God to obtain a wife for his son Isaac.  We can examine this story to learn what steps Abraham, his servant, and Isaac took to obtain God’s guidance. Then, we will see what we can do to get God’s guidance.

Parable of the Good Shepherd, John 10:1-21

Parable of the Good Shepherd, John 10:1-21
The ancient sheepfold of that day still exists in many towns in that land. It was a public sheepfold. In the evening all the shepherds who lived in the town would bring their sheep to the sheepfold and turn them in for the night. They would trust them to the porter who kept the sheep; then they would go to their homes for the night. The next morning the shepherds would identify themselves to the porter, and he would let them in the door to get their sheep.

Rahab's Faith, Hebrews 11.31

Rahab's Faith, Hebrews 11.31

This woman’s faith was SAVING FAITH, SINGULAR FAITH, STABLE FAITH, SELF-DENYING FAITH, and SANCTIFYING FAITH. 

Man Born blind Healed; Following Consequences

Man Born blind Healed; Following Consequences

The Lord has been giving His discourse on the Light of the World. Because He claimed He is God, the Jews wanted to kill Him. Jesus “hid” Himself as He went out of the temple, “going through the midst of them” (John 8:59). It was a miracle that He could escape this angry mob. His time had not yet come, and so they could not lay their hands on him.
The incident which now follows is still really a continuation of the discourse on the Light of the World. The enemies of the Lord Jesus could not see because they were spiritually blind. The blind man also could not see, even when the Light of the World stood before him, but Jesus is going to reveal Himself to him. Before the blind man can see, he must have his eyes restored. Light must be received. There must be a receiver as well as a sender of Light.

Salvation by Grace vs. Good Works

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We must stand firm in believing that salvation is, “not of works, lest any man should boast.” 

But, on the other hand, we must admit, our experience is that faith in Jesus leads us to do good works.  Where there is no good works, the Holy Spirit is not present.  The faith that does not produce good works is not saving faith. 

Growing Conflict With the Devil’s Sons

Growing Conflict With the Devil’s Sons

The issue is Jesus Christ.  He put these Jews on the spot.  They had to make a decision concerning him.  You must make a decision concerning Him.  Either He is the Truth, or He is a liar.  Either He is God and Savior, or He is not.  You must decide.  Either you accept Him or you reject Him.  Remember, your decision does not affect in any way who He is.  He is the great I AM, Jehovah, the eternal God.  Your decision is to accept or reject this.