Luke

The Family of God (Luke 7:36-50)

Last Sunday at Calvary Church West Hills, I began a five-part series on what it means to be a healthy, growing, gospel-centered church. The church should be known for its love for Christ, and together we look at ways this will manifest itself in how we do ministry. This message was also posted on our official Calvary Church page on Sermon Audio. Video is available on our YouTube page. 

Birthday of The King (Luke 2:1-15)

Good things often come in small packages. Never was this more true than when the Messiah -- our Deliverer-- arrived as a newborn baby in a little town called Bethlehem. In this study of Luke 2:1-15, we learn...
The answer to an interesting question about "crush" versus "strike" in Genesis 3:15
Why holiday traditions are important, and ideas on how to create your own
Who exactly was Caesar Augustus anyway?
The significance of baby Jesus wrapped in swaddling cloths
How Christmas fulfilled a prophecy made 1,000 years earlier
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The Heart is the Target (Luke 6:43-46)

"Follow your heart," Cinderella sings. "Trust your feelings" Master Obi Wan says. In the real world, is this actually good advice? In our study of Jesus' sermon in Luke 6:43-46, we learn...
The connection between behavior and the heart
Examples of bad fruit vs. good fruit related to our speech
Why behavioral modification is not enough
Jesus' evaluation of the human heart
How idols can pop up in the heart
Some practical ways to detect what's going on in the heart
Thanks for listening. This is week 2 in an 11-week biblical counseling intro called, "Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands." If you live in the Highland area, you're welcome to join us Wednesday Nights at 6pm.

The Glad Samaritan (Luke 17:11-19)

A leper from Samaria finds mercy and embraces a lifestyle of gratitude.
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The King of Kings Is Crucified (Lk. 23:26-38)

The death of Jesus elicited many different reactions. In this study of Luke 23, we learn...
The background of Simon of Cyrene, who carried Jesus' cross
Why the crucifixion is one of the most well-documented events in human history
Jesus' frightening words to Israel
Messianic fulfillments from Psalm 22
Why the Jewish leaders hated Jesus so much
How we should respond to the person and work of Jesus
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Back to Basics (Luke 10:38-42)

In a world of distractions, remember the real mission of the church.

Simeon's Song: Help Has Arrived (Lk. 2:22-38)

The dimming eyes of Simeon gaze on Baby Jesus - salvation personified.

Zechariah's Song: Salvation is Near (Lk. 1:68-79)

Zechariah welcomes his miracle baby, the forerunner to the Messiah.

Mary's Song: Praise to a Powerful God (Luke 1:46-56)

At the thought of Messiah's coming, the virgin Mary bursts into song.

When Heaven Celebrates (Luke 15:8-10)

The parable of the lost coin reveals God's heart for unbelievers, and his joy at seeing people saved.