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 […]
Narrative Lectionary
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 […]
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 […]
Luke 5:1-11, Jesus Calls His Disciples
Jesus Calls His Disciples Devotions on Luke 5:1-11 Third Sunday after the Epiphany (NL) Monday, Jesus Calls His Disciples “The fishermen had gone out of them [the boats] and were working their nets” (Luke 5:2). Jesus calls his disciples in this story that took place on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Peter […]
Luke 4:14-30, Jesus Hometown Rejection
Jesus Hometown Rejection Devotions for Luke 4:14-30 Second Sunday after the Epiphany Monday, Jesus Hometown Rejection “Then Jesus filled with the power of the Spirit returned to Galilee” (Luke 4:14). Pastor Michaels wanted to highlight the personal relationship aspect of the Christian religion. She struggled with her sermon. She didn’t feel that it was […]
Luke 3:1-22, John the Baptist
John the Baptist Devotions on Luke 3:1-22 January 4-10, 2021 Monday, John the Baptist “In the fifteenth year of the reign of Emperor Tiberius, when Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, and Herod was ruler of Galilee” (Luke 3:1). We grew up hearing stories about legends. There was Robin Hood who, in a time […]
Luke 2:21-38, Presentation of Jesus in the Temple
Presentation of Jesus in the Temple Devotions for December 21-27, 2020 Luke 2:21-38 Monday, Presentation of Jesus in the Temple “After eight days passed, it was time to circumcise the child” (Luke 2:21). At fifty years-old, Connor isn’t the likeliest candidate for a tattoo. Connor has one, though. It contains his wedding date and […]
Luke 1:26-49, The Birth of Jesus Foretold
The Birth of Jesus Foretold Devotions for Luke 1:26-49 December 14-20, 2020 Monday, The Birth of Jesus Foretold “The angel Gabriel was sent by God” (Luke 1:26). God is in the sending business. God sent Gabriel to announce to Mary that she was favored to be the mother of God’s son. Before Gabriel received […]