Luke: To Hear & To Do
Part I: Devoted Followers of Christ
January 2, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke
In this sermon, Pastor Marty uses Hebrews 4:12 and passages from Luke and Matthew to see what it means to be a devoted follower of Christ. Learn more about discipleship, forgiveness, mercy, and other attributes of devoted followers. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part II: Hearers and Doers of the Word
January 9, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke 6:43–49, James 1:22–25, James 1:22
In this sermon, Pastor Marty discusses what it means to be hearers and doers of the Word. By studying the parables and stories in Luke 6:45, Matthew 5:16, and James 1:22, we learn what it means to hear God’s word and bear good fruit. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part III: The Mission of Jesus
January 16, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Isaiah 58:6, Luke 4:14–30
In this sermon, Pastor Marty uses passages from Isaiah 58 and Luke 4 to discover the mission of Jesus. He came to bring good news to the poor, freedom for the prisoners, and sight for the blind; to set the oppressed free, and to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor. Learn how we can continue this mission of Jesus today. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part IV: The Parable of the Rich Fool
January 30, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke
In this sermon about the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12, Pastor Marty teaches us how an attitude of generosity and gratitude can combat greed. The parable of the rich fool shows us the importance of living with an eternal perspective, especially when it comes to our physical possessions. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part V: The Parable of the Good Samaritan
February 6, 2022 • Pastor Sean Sloan • Luke
In this sermon, Pastor Marty talks about the parable of the Good Samaritan and dives into passages in Luke 6 and Luke 10. Learn how to live out Jesus’ commands to love your enemies and love your neighbor as yourself. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part VI: Jesus Heals on the Sabbath
February 13, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke, Luke 6:1–11
In this sermon, Pastor Marty uses the story in Luke 6 where Jesus heals on the Sabbath, to learn about God’s law and God’s love. Micah 6:8 reminds us of what God truly requires of us and that God’s law is helpful, not hurtful, to humanity. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part VII: The Lord’s Prayer
February 20, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke, Luke 11:1–13
In this sermon, Pastor Marty looks at Luke 11, where Jesus teaches the disciples how to pray. By using the Lord’s Prayer as an example, we learn the power and importance of daily prayer. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part VIII: What the Bible says about Worry
February 27, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke, Luke 12:22–34
In this sermon on worry, Pastor Marty reminds us of the promises in Luke 12. If God feeds the ravens and clothes the wildflowers, how much more will He feed and clothe us? This well-known Bible verse about worry gives a new perspective on faith and trust in God. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part IX: The Parables of Jesus - Lost Things
March 6, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke, Luke 15:1–10
In this sermon, Pastor Marty uses parables in Luke to teach about God's view of the individual. The purpose of the parable of the lost sheep and the parable of the lost coin is to show that we have a responsibility to an individual in the same way God values “the one.” In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part X: The Parables of Jesus - The Prodigal Son
March 13, 2022 • Hannah Oulette • Luke 15:1–10, Luke
In this sermon, Pastor Hannah Oulette takes us through Luke 15 and the parable of the prodigal son. We'll look at who the focus of the parable really is, which brother we can relate to, and which family member we should model ourselves after. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part XI: The Parables of Jesus - The Parable of the Dishonest Manager
March 20, 2022 • Pastor Jeremiah Miller • Luke 16:1–13, Luke
In this sermon, Pastor Jeremiah Miller uses the parable of the dishonest manager in Luke 16 to teach us that you cannot serve two masters, and you cannot serve both God and money. We will look at what an unjust manager looks like today and what we can expect in the future based on where we invest today. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part XII: Go and Make Disciples
March 27, 2022 • Pastor Caleb Wehrli • Luke 18:9–14, Luke 18:1–8
In this special sermon on missions, guest pastor Caleb Wehrli reminds us how to see the world through God's eyes. The story of the persistent widow in Luke 18 provides inspiration as we make disciples of all nations. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part XIII: The Passion of Christ: Crying for the City and Cleansing the Temple
April 3, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke 19:41–48
In this sermon, Pastor Marty looks at passages in Luke 19 and Matthew 9 to show Jesus’ love for the city of Jerusalem. Jesus clearing the temple and crying for the city are examples of His love for His children and the redemption He offers. We will understand how we can look at and love our city the way Jesus did. In this sermon series, we're diving into the Gospel of Luke to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. We use the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Luke to learn how these bold statements were integral to Christ's ministry and still apply to our lives today.
Part XIV: The Passion of Christ: What Greatness Looks Like
April 10, 2022 • Pastor Marty Sloan • Luke 22:7–27
In our 2022 Winter/Spring sermon series, Luke: To Hear & To Do, we're diving into the third book of the New Testament to see what it looks like to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. This week, Pastor Marty takes us through some of the last days Jesus spent on earth continuing the ministry he began. We'll look at Luke 22:7-27 and understand how being "the greatest" means serving and being like "the least of these." Our mission is to create fully devoted followers of Christ, and the best way to do this is with the whole person in mind. The mark of a fully devoted follower is seen and felt in every arena of your life.