We take a look at the overall structure and organization of the center section of Luke – the Journey Narrative. We then look at the parable of the rich man and Lazarus and some of Jesus teaching on rejecting hypocrisy in order to be faithful to His Way.

We start with an overview of 4:16-25. Then we deal with the questions, What are God’s purposes for His Creation? What does His Rule look like? Finally, we discuss 4:13-15 and define the terms of sin and transgression.

Jesus tells a series of parables that focus on “Lost / Found.” In one of His most famous parables, the Lord illustrates The Father’s mercy and love in the story of the “Prodigal Son.” Then He tells one of His most confounding parables – the parable of the Dishonest Steward. One set of parables teach…

We review the story of Abraham and define righteousness in terms of relationship. Abraham becomes the father of all – both Jew and Gentile – who find right relationship with God through Faith.

Jesus has His final “Sabbath Healing Controversy” with the Pharisees. Through a series of parables, the Lord teaches on the reality of the celebration in The Kingdom to come. Finally, a series of parables highlight the joy and rejoicing in Heaven when someone repents – turns back to God.

The Story of Abraham from the Hebrew Scriptures confirms that righteousness comes on the basis of faith. Right relationship with God is based in our faith in Him.

Jesus teaches on being faithfully prepared because “the Son of Man is arriving at an hour you do not expect.” He goes on to make it clear that in the days ahead He would bring division to the people and that the time is growing short for the people to give their allegiance to Him.…

Grace excludes all human boasting. Both Jew and Gentile are justified by faith. This principle of Grace is established in the works of Jesus.

After Jesus warns the Pharisees and the Lawyers/Scribes about their hypocrisy they seek all the more to trip Him up. Meanwhile, The Lord teaches His disciples to not fear or worry – they are very valuable to Father God.

In this session, we talk about the central significance a Master Story holds in every world. This Master Story asks and answers 4 Core Questions: 1) Where did we come from? 2) Where are we heading? 3) Why are we here? and 4) How should we live? For Christianity, the Master Story revealed in the…