Sermons on Luke (Page 13)
Lord of the Sabbath
Luke 6:1-11 – Jesus’ activities on the Sabbath raised quite a bit of controversy among the Pharisees. Pastor Rod Bunton teaches how Jesus overruled this ceremonial law.
Mixing Darkness with Light
Luke 5:33-39 – The Pharisees had a different opinion about fasting than what they observed in the disciples of Jesus. Pastor Rod Bunton explains how they wanted a religion that met their expectations and it was a perfect opportunity for Jesus to teach truth.
Seeking Out Sinners
Luke 5:27-32 – The Pharisees couldn’t believe that Jesus would associate with such reviled sinners like Matthew and the other tax collectors. Pastor Rod Bunton teaches us what Jesus taught them: that He was where He was needed most.
Healing the Most Needful Affliction
Luke 5:17-26 – In this passage, four men show great determination and compassion when they bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus. Pastor Rod Bunton shows us that Jesus first addressed the affliction that most needed His attention.
Leprosy of the Soul
Luke 5:12-16 – When Jesus used His divine power to cleanse the leper of his disease, there was a parallel lesson about the disease called sin. Pastor Rod Bunton teaches about the law given in the Old Testament that helps identify the diseases, but only God can cleanse both the leper and the sinner.
Your Glory in My Valley
Luke 5:1-11 ~ When Peter witnessed the miracle performed by Jesus, he realized that he was a sinner standing in the presence of deity. Pastor Rod Bunton concludes his teaching on this passage that can teach us to adopt a similar perspective.
Casting Nets
Luke 4:42 – 5:11 ~ When Jesus encouraged Simon Peter to let down his fishing nets, He not only demonstrated His power over nature but He also demonstrated something else. Pastor Rod Bunton shows us that the miracle was a lesson about our responsibility in evangelism.
Miracles and Signs
Luke 4:38-44 ~ The amazing works of Jesus during His earthly ministry demonstrated to the witnesses that He was the awaited messiah and, truly, the son of God. Pastor Rod Bunton reminds us that, although the miracles were amazing, it was Jesus’ work on the cross that truly changes people.
Resisting the Devil
Luke 4:31-37 ~ We may not always see evidence of the Devil and his demons in our daily life, but we must be watchful and wary, nonetheless. Pastor Rod Bunton concludes his teaching on this passage by providing some practical application from scripture.
Doctrines of Demons, Part 2
Luke 4:31-37 ~ Pastor Rod Bunton continues to look at the truth about demons and how the Devil rules over the mindset of this world.
Doctrines of Demons, Part 1
Luke 4:31-37 ~ Jesus’ power and authority over demons was an important demonstration of His deity. Pastor Rod Bunton explains that it’s also important for us to understand what demons are and what they aren’t.
Power Over the Devil and His Demons
Luke 4:31-37 ~ As Jesus’ ministry progressed, people were astonished at the authority that his words possessed. Pastor Rod Bunton explains that Jesus possessed more than just authority.