The Gospel of Luke: Settled in Spirit
A Rhythm of Rest
September 13, 2020 • Ryan Bramlett
From the creation of the world, God provided us a rhythm of life to restore our souls and bring balance to our lives through the gift of Sabbath. If you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, or overworked, remember God has so much more for you. He created you in His image and invites you to enter into His rest. Ryan Bramlett • The Gospel of Luke: Settled in Spirit • Luke 6:1-11
Close the Gap
September 6, 2020 • Aaron Brockett
From the time we’re born, a gap exists between each of us and the life God intended us to live. But God, because of His great love, closed that gap by grace through Jesus, and He calls us, His followers, to do the same for those far from Him. Closing the gap between others and Jesus requires understanding, empathy, graciousness, and love.
Make Bold Moves
August 30, 2020 • Aaron Brockett
Faith is a bold move into an unknown future, based on reliable information. In this week’s passage in Luke, we find two examples of regular people making bold moves into the unknown based upon what they know of Jesus, and Jesus responds to each one. What step of faith is God calling you to right now? Take a step toward Him, knowing He is utterly reliable and will not let your foot slip. Aaron Brockett • The Gospel of Luke: Settled in Spirit • Luke 5:12-20
It's What We Do
August 23, 2020 • Aaron Brockett
Jesus gives Simon Peter a new priority and purpose for his life the moment he falls humbly at the feet of Jesus. Fishing used to be Simon Peter’s priority, but Jesus says, “Now, it’s people,” because ultimately, people are what matter most to Jesus. In times of uncertainty, anxiety, and doubt, it’s easy to forget that people matter. Be reminded that more than our position, our politics, or our preferences, people are still the priority. Aaron Brockett • The Gospel of Luke: Settled in Spirit • Luke 5:1-11
I Didn't Ask for This
August 16, 2020 • Ryan Bramlett
As Jesus taught and healed throughout the region of Galilee, lives were changed. He taught with the authority and power of God Himself and His touch brought spiritual and physical healing to all who were brought to Him. Jesus still does this today! No matter where you are or what you’ve done, His grace knows no bounds. Come into the presence of Jesus and experience His love, His power, His healing and His grace.
Offended by Grace
August 9, 2020 • Aaron Brockett
Jesus begins His public ministry in dramatic fashion – by claiming to be the fulfillment of 700-year-old Scriptures that pointed to the Messiah, and offending a large group of Jews with the truth that God’s grace extends to anyone who will receive it. The message of Jesus is clear: God’s grace is available to everyone by faith. Therefore, don’t make it more complicated for yourself or for others. Aaron Brockett • The Gospel of Luke: Settled in Spirit • Luke 4:14-30
Battle-ready
August 2, 2020 • Aaron Brockett
The temptation of Jesus in the wilderness shows us three kinds of bait Satan uses to tempt us – desire, deception and disobedience. We can’t overcome temptation by trying harder. By the power of the Holy Spirit in us, we overcome temptation through heart change and a great love for God. Jesus emerged from the wilderness full of the Holy Spirit’s power, victorious, spiritually strengthened, and battle-ready.