UNEXPECTED GRACE

Luke 16:1-9

When it comes to understanding the nature and character of God most think in terms of judgment. Thus, grace comes unexpectedly.

THE DEADLIEST DISEASE OF THE CHURCH

Luke 15

Because hospitals are places we go to get well, we are surprised to learn that hospital acquired infections kill 80,000 people a year. The church is a place people go to find spiritual health. Tragically, some leave in a worse condition than when they entered.

THE PARADOX OF MOVING UP HIGHER

Luke 14: 1-14 The Kingdom of God stands in paradox to ours—the first shall be last and the last shall be first; you become strong by becoming weak; you become great by becoming least; and, in the darkness of the cross the Light of the world was crucified.

THERE IS STILL TIME

Luke 13:6-9

In one of nine parables that concludes without an explicit explanation or resolution, we are left at a crossroad of decision.