Read: Luke 12:21 To be shrewd is to be astute or sharp in practical matters. A shrewd person is calculating, scheming, perceptive, and prudent. This is the way of this world in which we live. When a man lives with no eternity in view, worldly wisdom demands that he...
Read: Luke 16:1-8 Jesus’ parables often had a twist or shock value to them that would help in the memorization of the parable. For instance, in the last parable, the Parable of the Loving Father, none of the listeners were expecting the father of the prodigal son to...
Read: Luke 15:25-32, Romans 3:23-24 In every single one of His teachings, Jesus was always aware of who His audience was, and how they viewed themselves. He was a master at communication, captivating crowds with His stories that challenged people to see the world...
Read: Luke 15:17-24, John 6:28-29 The power in the story of the Prodigal Son lies in the unexpected ending. Those listening to Jesus tell this story knew full well that the younger brother returning to his father deserved to be met with rejection and anger. The...
Read: Luke 15:14-18, John 10:10 In Luke 15:14, we read the tragic end to so many of our stories: the younger son had spent everything. At one point or another, we’ve all reached an end. For some, it was a job, others, a relationship, and for some others, it’s...
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