The Resurrection of Jesus Devotions on Luke 24:1-12 Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of our Lord Monday, The Resurrection of Jesus “They came to the tomb, taking the spices that they had prepared” (Luke 24:1). Bonita stepped off the elevator for another day of work. She didn’t expect much. She’d spend most of the day […]
Year 3, Narrative Lectionary, Luke.
Luke 19:29-44, Jesus’ Triumphal Entry
Jesus Triumphal Entry Devotions on Luke 19:29-44 Palm Sunday Monday, Jesus Triumphal Entry “He sent two of the disciples, saying, ‘Go into the village ahead of you, and as you enter it you will find there a colt …” (Luke 19:29). The tension was mounting as Jesus drew closer to Jerusalem. Jesus’ popularity with […]
Luke 18:31-19:10, Jesus and Zacchaeus
Jesus and Zacchaeus Devotions on Luke 18:31-19:10 Fifth Sunday in Lent Monday–Jesus and Zacchaeus “See we are going up to Jerusalem, and everything that is written about the Son of Man by the prophets will be accomplished” (Luke 18:31) While visiting an Arab country several years ago, the tour guide explained the rather aggressive […]
Luke 16:19-31, Rich Man and Lazarus,
Rich Man and Lazarus Rich Man and Lazarus Devotions on Luke 16:19-31 Fourth Sunday in Lent Monday, Rich Man and Lazarus “There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously everyday” (Luke 16:19). The headlines screamed, “Twenty-four million predicted to lose their health care coverage.” Tom […]
Parables of Jesus, Luke 15:1-32
Devotions on Luke 15:1-32–Parables of Jesus Third Sunday in Lent Monday–Parables of Jesus “Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to him” (Luke 15:1). Perhaps the idea started with little boys—that dirt is attracted to whatever is clean. Put a freshly washed boy in clean clothes and then wait a short […]
Luke 13:1-9, 31-35, The Judgment of God
The Judgment of God Devotions for Luke 13:1-9, 31-35 Second Sunday in Lent Monday, The Judgment of God “There were some present who told him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices” (Luke 13:1). Carlos chose not to live in fear. He was an undocumented immigrant who lived is a […]
Parable of the Good Samaritan, Luke 10:25-42
Devotions for Luke 10:25-42–Parable of the Good Samaritan First Sunday in Lent Monday, Parable of the Good Samaritan “A lawyer stood up to test Jesus, ‘Teacher,’ he said, ‘what must I do to inherit eternal life” (Luke 10:25)? When we were growing up, we sought the approval of our parents. The approval of our […]
Luke 9:28-45, Transfiguration of Jesus
Transfiguration of Jesus Devotions on Luke 9:28-45 Transfiguration Sunday Monday–Transfiguration of Jesus “Jesus took with him Peter and John and James and went up on the mountain to pray” (Luke 9:28). Jesus was a man of prayer. Conversation with his Father was woven into the fabric of his life. Jesus also knew that prayer […]
Luke 7:1-17, Jesus Heals a Slave
Jesus Heals a Slave, Devotions on Luke 7:1-17 Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany Monday, Jesus Heals a Slave “A centurion there had a slave whom he valued highly” (Luke 7:2). During a Habitat for Humanity build, Don Anderson worked alongside of Raul Nunez. They hammered in shingles together for an entire day. As they […]
Luke 6:1-16, Jesus Heals on the Sabbath
Jesus Heals on the Sabbath, Devotions on Luke 6:1-16 Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany Monday “His disciples plucked some heads of grain, rubbed them in their hands, and ate them” (Luke 6:1). Three year old Kelly Ann hated church. It was a time when she had to sit still and be quiet for an […]