Download Lesson: 7.21.19 Class Notes – Luke 9.46-50

LOOK:

Jesus turns the definition of “greatness” upside down! Greatness is equated with humility. The term “least” has nothing to do with rank, talent, or importance but refers instead to the one most willing to humble himself in order to serve others.

Download Lesson: 7.14.19 Class Notes – Luke 9.37-45

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Jesus was grieved over the failures of His followers. He had given His Apostles authority over Satan, yet they were too weak to cast out a demon. They had the power and the authority (Luke 9:1) but they did not have the success. Why? First on the list was faith. They were part of an unbelieving generation and had lost the confidence that they needed in order to use their power. Are we?

Download Lesson: 7.7.19 Class Notes – Luke 9.28-36

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We can have a spiritual “transfiguration” experience each day as we walk with the Lord. Romans 12:1–2 and 2 Corinthians 3:18 tell us how. As we surrender body, mind, and will, the Lord transforms us from within so that we are not conformed to the world. As we behold Him in the Word (the mirror), we are “transfigured” by the Spirit “from glory to glory.” The theological name for this experience is sanctification, the process by which we become more like the Lord Jesus Christ, which is the Father’s goal for each of His children (Rom. 8:19; 1 John 3:2).

Download Lesson: 6.23.19 Class Notes – Luke 9.18-27

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Jesus laid down the stern requirements for discipleship. We must first say no to ourselves—not simply to pleasures or possessions, but to self—and then take up our cross and follow Christ daily. This means to be identified with Him in surrender, suffering, and sacrifice. You cannot crucify yourself; you can only yield your body (Rom. 12:1–2) and let God do the rest.