Parable of the Eye as Lamp of the Body: Spiritual Focus
Jesus speaks the parable of the eye as the lamp of the body during a moment of direct instruction to His disciples, with the surrounding crowd listening closely. The setting …
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Luke 21 and the Destruction of Jerusalem
We approach the study of eschatology with a desire to see God’s Word as both reliable and clear. Many readers feel overwhelmed when they encounter the prophetic warnings of Jesus …
SOAP Bible Study: Acts 2:42–47
In SOAP Bible Study: Acts 2:42-47 we step into the earliest days of the church. We meet believers who lived close to Jesus and close to one another. Luke records …
Parable of the Speck and the Log Explored
Why do we notice small faults in others while ignoring serious sin in ourselves? Jesus raises that question with sharp clarity in the parable of the speck and the log. …
Parable of the Divided Kingdom Explained by Jesus
What happens when a kingdom turns against itself? Jesus raised that question during a tense confrontation with religious leaders. In what we now call the parable of the divided kingdom, …
Zacchaeus: Grace That Reaches the Overlooked
Some people spend their whole lives trying to rise above how others see them. Zacchaeus was one of those people. When we meet him in Luke 19, he is wealthy, …
Parable of the Empty House: A Warning About Emptiness
A Clean House Isn’t Enough What happens when evil leaves—but nothing takes its place? Jesus gave a powerful warning in the Parable of the Empty House. At first glance, the …
SOAP Bible Study: Luke 9:23-24
Deny Yourself, Take Up Your Cross What does it really mean to follow Jesus? That’s a question every believer must answer—not just once, but every day. In this SOAP Bible …
Count the Cost: The Parable of the Tower Builder and Warring King
What Does It Really Cost to Follow Jesus? Have we truly considered the cost of following Jesus Christ? That is the question raised in Luke 14, where Jesus shares the …
Luke: Beloved Physician, Gospel Writer, and Faithful Companion
What do we know about Luke, the man behind the third Gospel and the book of Acts? Scripture does not give us many details about his background. However, what we …
SOAP Bible Study: Luke 6:43-45
What comes out of our mouths reveals what lives in our hearts. That truth can feel both comforting and convicting. In Luke 6:43–45, Jesus uses a simple image, trees and …
Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders Explained Simply
What Are We Building Our Lives On? What makes one life stand firm while another collapses under pressure? Jesus answers that question directly in the parable of the wise and …
Acts 2 Outline: Birth of the Church and Gift of the Spirit
What would it look like if God started something brand new, right in the middle of a religious crowd? That’s exactly what we see in Acts 2. The chapter opens …
Parable of the Barren Fig Tree: God’s Patience & Mercy
Why does God allow time for repentance instead of judging immediately? Many believers wrestle with that question. The parable of the barren fig tree addresses it directly. In Luke 13:6–9, …
Parable of the Unworthy Servants: Humble Obedience
Why Does Jesus Talk About Humble Obedience? Have you ever done something kind or helpful and felt disappointed when no one noticed? Many believers feel this way at times. We …
Luke 10 Explained for Beginners: Mission, Mercy, and Devotion
When we study Luke 10, we step into a chapter filled with action, teaching, and personal moments with Jesus. This chapter helps us understand what it means to follow Jesus …
Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector
Setting the Stage: Who Is Jesus Speaking To? Have you ever felt secretly proud of your spiritual progress, only to realize your heart was quietly judging someone else? That’s exactly …
Parable of the Persistent Widow: Unlock the Power of Prayer
In a world full of unanswered questions, slow justice, and quiet heavens, it’s easy to grow weary. We’ve all prayed prayers that seemed to bounce back in silence. We’ve watched …
Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus: Who Will You Be?
A Story That Demands a Response What if one story could change how we view life, death, and eternity? In Luke 16, Jesus shares a powerful warning wrapped in a …
Parable of the Dishonest Manager: What Was Jesus Teaching?
What kind of teacher praises a dishonest man for being shrewd? That’s the question many of us ask when we read the parable of the dishonest manager in Luke 16. …
Parable of the Prodigal Son: God’s Love for the Lost
Have you ever felt like you wandered too far for God to welcome you back? In Luke 15, Jesus tells three unforgettable parables. Each one reveals the joy of something …