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December 7: “A Merciful Savior” (Luke 1:39-56)
Today’s text contains Mary’s praise, known as the Magnificat. She sings to magnify Yahweh. First, Mary magnifies God for being the Savior. Second, Mary magnifies God for his justice. Third, Mary magnifies God for his mercy. God sent his Son to save his people from their sins because of his mercy and his faithfulness. Jesus […]
Continue readingNovember 30: “The Son of the Most High” (Luke 1:26-38)
The angel announces the advent of a long-awaited king. The baby’s name will be Jesus. He is the Son of the Most High, the Son of David, and the Son of God. These titles reveal that Jesus is the promised king sent to save us from the result of sin and to make us sons […]
Continue readingNovember 23: “A Heart Transformed by Grace” (Luke 19:1-10)
Zacchaeus, the chief tax collector, was the chief sinner in the eyes of Jews. They were shocked when Jesus invited himself to be a guest of the chief sinner’s house. Zacchaeus immediately welcomed Jesus with gladness. Salvation came to him with Jesus. One of the signs that we have been saved is that we are […]
Continue readingNovember 16: “Being Wise Stewards” (Luke 16:1-15)
It is clear that the servant in the parable is dishonest, and yet the master commends him for his shrewdness. What was wise about the steward’s action? He used money to secure his future while increasing the good reputation of his master. We are stewards of God’s possessions. God wants us to invest money into […]
Continue readingNovember 9: “Wealth and God’s Kingdom” (Luke 18:18-30)
The story of the rich young ruler warns us against the danger of wealth and encourages us to live generously. We can live generously when we see and appreciate the value of the new wealth in Christ. Following Jesus does not merely require us to trust him for salvation; it also demands that we stop […]
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