Luke

Описание: The Christian message is a call to die to self rather than serve self, a truth that inevitably meets with opposition from a world oriented toward autonomy. In this study of Luke 13:31-35, we follow Jesus as he is warned of Herod’s murderous intent. Rather than fleeing in fear, Christ displays an unshakeable commitment to the course set by His Father. We examine why the followers of Jesus should expect hostility from those who worship personal autonomy and how we can remain steadfast in our own God-given race. Learn how to live for the approval of God rather than man, trusting in the sovereign timetable of the Lord until our own course is finished.

00:00:00 Introduction: Persecution and the Fragility of Peace
00:02:36 The Rise of "Altolatry": The Worship of Self
00:04:40 Why Biblical Christianity Stirs Hostility
00:06:40 Scripture Reading: Luke 13:31-35
00:08:10 Point 1: Christ Had Enemies, and So Do We
00:09:05 Historical Context: Herod Antipas and the City of Tiberias
00:11:15 The Scandal of Herod and Herodias
00:12:38 "Go and Tell That Fox": Jesus’ Sharp Response
00:14:38 Boldness vs. Compromise: When "Niceness" Becomes Sin
00:15:53 Biblical Precedent for Rebuking Wicked Leaders
00:17:23 The Symbolism of the Fox in the Vineyard
00:18:37 Expecting Hatred: Living as Light in the Darkness
00:20:15 Overcoming People-Pleasing and Worldliness
00:21:12 Galatians 1:10: Seeking God’s Approval Alone
00:22:50 Point 2: Christ Was Committed to His Course
00:23:45 Understanding the "Third Day" Idiom
00:25:40 "It Is Finished": The Mission of the Messiah
00:27:03 Running the Race Set Before Us (Hebrews 12)
00:28:40 Overcoming Anxiety Through Faithful Daily Obedience
00:30:45 Faithfulness in Marriage, Parenting, and Church Life
00:32:55 Staying on the Father’s Timetable
00:34:58 Closing Prayer and Benediction

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Expository Preaching: We believe life transformation happens through hearing God’s Word explained.
Biblical Theology: Shaping our beliefs solely on the truth of Scripture.
Biblical Leadership: Leaders committed to godliness, humility, and loving service.
God-centered Worship: Keeping God and His truth at the center of our lives and gatherings.
Authentic Fellowship: Living as a family committed to encouraging and praying for one another.
Personal Evangelism: Sharing the glorious truth of Christ with our neighbors.
Community Ministries: Being salt and light through compassion and practical service in Rocky Mount.
Global Missions: Partnering to plant churches among the unreached.
Personal Holiness: Finding joy in seeking to obey and reflect Christ.
Genuine Love: Sacrificial love for God, believers, and the lost.

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