Jesus has an awkward dinner at a Pharisee's house where he teaches them and us that if we want to be part of the great banquet of the kingdom we need to respond positively to Jesus. However, Jesus also warns them and us, that this response will be costly!

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Dinner with Jesus in the Kingdom - Luke 14

Jesus demonstrates, describes and teaches how to enter the Kingdom of God.

Jesus and God's Kingdom - Luke 13:10-35

The problem of evil and suffering is perhaps one of the most difficult for us as Christians. How can a good and powerful God allow so much pain and evil and suffering? As we examine Luke 13:1-9 we see how Jesus approaches this difficult topic and the answers he provides.

Making Sense of Sin and Suffering - Luke 13:1-9

Trusting God will free us to be bold, truthful and generous and worry free.

Trust God - Luke 12:1-34

The Book of Kings Overview 2

Paul wraps up his letter to the Thessalonians with instructions for the church in how to live together in gospel community. How to treat leaders, how to treat each other, and how to worship together.

Living in Gospel Community - 1 Thes 5:12-28

In this section of Thessalonians, Paul writes to the church and tells them to be encouraged even in the face of death by the good news that Jesus died and rose and will return to be with everyone who has put their faith and trust in Jesus, whether they happen to be alive or dead at the time of his return. Paul wants us to be ready for that day by encouraging one another to keep on living out the basics of our faith so that we are not surprised by Jesus' return.

Death and the return of Jesus - 1 Thes 4:13-5:11

Lyle Shelton vs John Dickson Most of you will have heard of Lyle Shelton Former head of the Australian Christian Lobby. Famous for leading the opposition to Same Sex Marriage a few years ago. A Christian. I’ve met him. He seems like a genuine guy. And here’s John Dickson. Maybe less of you have heard…

Holy Living in an Unholy world - 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Paul's love for the faithful Thessalonian church - 1 Thes 2:17-3:13

Paul has written to the church he planted in Thessalonica, but had to escape from due to persecution to encourage their faith. We know that Timothy has brought a report to Paul telling him thigns are going well but there are some issues. And one of the issues is that not only are people persecuting the Christians, but they are also challenging and questioning Paul’s motivations for coming to Thessonlica and preaching to them. Paul confronts these misconceptions and in doing shows us his love for the people God had called him to serve, and gives us a model for serving the people God is calling us to.

Sent and Empowered by God to share the Gospel: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Paul thanks God for the Thessalonains faith. A faith in Jesus that saves them. As we consider the opening Chapter of Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians, we're invited to consider whether we too have recieved God's gift of savlation.

Faith that Saves - 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Sometime's it hurts when the light shines and reveals the darkness in our hearts. This is what happened to the Pharisees and Teachers of the Law at this dinner party and they didn't take it very well! Let's not be like them and instead allow God's light to expose our darkness and bring transformation and renewal!

Living in the light of Jesus exposing the dark - Luke 11:33-54

Jesus invites us to believe the truth, that he is the one who brings the kingdom of God to bear in our lives.

Jesus responds to his skeptics - Luke 11:14-32

Prayer is important, and as Jesus teaches his disciples about prayer we see both what the content of prayer should be and what our attitdue when we pray should be.

Praying as Jesus taught - Luke 11:1-13

Jesus tells Martha to be like Mary and prioritize spending time at his feet over all the other good stuff in life. That's a message for us in our crazy busy world too! How will we make sure we do what's best and spend time with Jesus? If we want to be disciple making disciples, who love God and love our neighbours, then we need to spend time with Jesus!

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