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Luke: To the Least, the Last, & the Lost - Luke 7.24-30 Tyler WillisWe often want a faith that feels impressive, certain, or comfortable. In Luke 7:24-30, Jesus asks the crowd a hard question: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see?” John the Baptist had doubts, yet Jesus did not shame him or throw him away. Instead, He honored him and reminded the people that God’s truth is not built on appearances or self-righteous religion. Even strong believers can waver, but Christ remains faithful. This sermon looks at the difference between pride that rejects God and humble hearts that receive Him. John once declared, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29). Jesus is still the answer to sin, fear, and death. Because of Him, “Death is swallowed up in victory” (1 Corinthians 15:54-57). Come hear the grace and friendship Christ offers weary sinners.

Luke: To the Least, the Last, & the Lost - Luke 7.1-10Jobey McGintyIt’s possible to know the right things about God and still slowly begin trusting your own goodness more than His grace. In Luke 7:1-10, a Roman centurion with power, money, and influence comes to Jesus with a completely different posture. He does not point to his generosity or status. He simply says he is not worthy, yet he trusts that Jesus only has to speak and healing will come. Jesus marvels at that kind of faith. Religion says, “I obey, therefore I am accepted,” but the gospel says we are accepted through Christ, and therefore we obey. Jesus isn’t looking for polished performance but humble trust.

Luke: To the Least, the Last, & the Lost - Luke 6:39-45Jobey McGintyIt’s easy to spot what’s wrong in someone else while staying blind to what’s happening in our own heart. Jesus speaks directly to that tension in Luke 6:39-45. He warns that “a blind man” cannot lead another blind man, and He exposes how self-righteous judgment grows from something deeper than bad behavior. Our words, reactions, and criticism reveal the condition of our hearts. Jesus doesn’t call us to ignore sin. He calls us to see clearly through repentance and mercy. Psalm 139:23-24 invites God to search us, and Galatians 6:1 reminds believers to restore one another gently. Real change doesn’t come from pretending we’re better than others. It comes from Christ transforming us from the inside out.

Hebrews: The True and Better - Hebrews 13:7, 17-19Jobey McGintyMany of us carry quiet wounds from church. From leaders we trusted. From people who should have cared for us. And over time, those wounds can shape how we hear Scripture… or whether we want to hear it at all. Hebrews says, “Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith” (Hebrews 13:7). This isn’t a call to ignore pain or excuse abuse. It’s an invitation to look past broken people and see the faithfulness of Jesus. The same Christ yesterday, today, and forever. This message invites us to let Scripture interpret our experience, to rest our trust in the Good Shepherd, and to find healing, joy, and hope again in Him.