By Mark Scott This parable is the most familiar of Jesus’ 40 parables. Jesus’ teaching on discipleship ended with the words, “Whoever has ears to hear, let them hear” (Luke 14:35). The most unlikely people, namely tax collectors and sinners, drew near to hear him (15:1). To justify his association with such folk, Jesus told […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. As a kid, did you ever run away or think about running away from home? Why? What happened? When did you come to your senses? Read Luke 15:11-24. 2. This is a very familiar story to many Christians. Today try to take a fresh look at the passage and how […]
By Dr. Mark Scott Three of the Gospels record this story (Matthew 8:28-34; Mark 5:1-20; and our text today from Luke). The Synoptics place this story following the calming of the storm and prior to the healing of the woman with the flow of blood and the raising of Jairus’ daughter. Perhaps there is a […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. What is the story behind how you got your name? Read Luke 8:26-36. 2. What stands out to you the most from this passage? 3. What does this passage teach you about the reality of demons and spiritual warfare? 4. What does Jesus’ treatment of the man in this […]
By David Faust Several years ago my daughter Michelle started making art projects using ordinary objects she finds in the woods and creeks near her home in southwestern Ohio. I’m amazed at the beautiful creations she designs with pinecones, acorns, fossil rocks, and other natural materials. Her crafts have grown into a small business (www.etsy.com/shop/FairyCreekLane) […]
