Comments On Luke 7
This chapter details Jesus’ compassion and power as He heals a centurion’s servant raises a widow’s son from the dead and forgives a sinful woman.
The chapter also features John the Baptist questioning Jesus about His identity, highlighting themes of faith, doubt, forgiveness and the contrasting reactions of humility and self-righteousness to Jesus’ authority.
Lessons
It is good to be grateful to God for what He has done for you, like the woman with the expensive oil who anointed the feet of Jesus.
Prayer
Father, help us to always be thankful to You.
Father. help us not to doubt who You are to us because of what we are going through. Let us never question Your identity, which was once revealed to us by the Holy Spirit in Jesus Christ’s Mighty Name.
Thank You Jesus!
Comments On Luke 8
Today, we study the Book of Luke chapter Eight, where the Lord Jesus expounded on the parable of the sower and possible hindrance to fruitfulness.
Reflections
“Bearing Fruit”
Key Scripture
“The Seed is the Word of God” (Luke 8:11)
The Parable of the sower pointed us to the MYSTERY that “The SEED is the word of God.”
If the SEED is the Word of God, then the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ being preached today by the church, the believers and evangelists MUST BEAR FRUITS in our lives.
A great lesson from this parable is that the outcome and impact of the Word vary according to other factors apart from the SEED!
For the Word of God to bear “fruits” in our lives, churches and communities require “CERTAIN” STRATEGIES and ACTION POINTS, such as:
DO NOT STOP SOWING!
Sow your SEED in the morning, afternoon, and evening – At every OPPORTUNITY, KEEP SOWING!
(Ecclesiastes 11:6)
Guard The Hearts
Just as the farmer weeds the soil, there is a need for INTERVENTIONS to resolve the ISSUES in the world, CONTENDING for the hearts of men.
(Proverbs 4:23)
Watering Process
After “TEAM PAUL” has planted the SEED, follow-up and “watering” are critical by “TEAM APPOLLO”
(1 Cor. 3: 6-8)
Battle For Souls
Brethren, there is WAR!
The Kingdom of God suffers VIOLENCE. Hence, after physically sowing the SEED, VICTORY against “FORCES OF DARKNESS” through intercessory prayers is mandatory!
He Gives Increase
Finally, we should acknowledge that “INCREASE” and how the “BODY” is given to the seed is DETERMINED by JEHOVAH, not by man.
This is a MYSTERY and a divine prerogative – we can neither boast nor share His glory.
Hallelujah
(1 Cor.15:38)
Conclusion
Brethren, bearing fruits in this life and in ministry is an INTENTIONAL & CONCERTED BUSINESS – Not a one – Off event and not for the faint-hearted
Prayer (2 Cor. 9:10)
We thank you for the provision of SEED for our families and your Church, we receive in addition ADDITIONAL RESOURCES, CAPACITY & WISDOM & YOUR INCREASE for a GREAT HARVEST in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.
Comments on Luke 9
Luke 9:2 NKJV
He sent them to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick
3John 1:2 NKJV
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers”
Jesus announced His kingdom by both Preaching and Healing. In today’s reading, Christ commissioned His disciples to carry out this mission.
In order to further His Kingdom influence upon the earth, we have also been commissioned by Him through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit to diffuse the fragrance of His knowledge in every place, through these same channels.
God’s Will is not just for the souls of men to prosper, He also Wills that man should be in health. Hence, the salvation Jesus offers is for both the soul and the body. Any teaching that emphasizes the soul at the expense of the body or the body at the expense of the soul is in danger of distorting the Gospel.
Jesus always heals ALL who came to Him. The Healing grace means that God has made provision for our healing and divine health because of what Jesus has done.
In verses 12-17, we saw an example of how He cares for the physical nourishment of our bodies. By these, we learn not to focus on what we don’t have but to look to Jesus who does not ignore our needs. The disciples’ option was to send the people away because neither the food nor the money to buy food to feed the multitude was available. Jesus could easily have agreed with them, but He instead, He fed them ALL. They ate as much as they wanted and even had left overs!
As He was then, so He is today. Jesus is concerned with every aspect of life, physical as well as spiritual. When He meets our needs, He gives liberally, abundantly and extravagantly. Do not allow your lack of resources blind you to God’s power……Psalms 78:15-16 (NKJV)
He split the rocks in the wilderness, And gave them drink in abundance like the depths.He also brought streams out of the rock, And caused waters to run down like rivers
As we minister to bring wholeness to people’s lives, we must show the love of Jesus by meeting both physical and spiritual needs without holding back.
May the Lord increase us more and more 🙏
Comments On Luke 10
The Sending of the Seventy-Two (Luke 10:1-12)
“Jesus appoints seventy-two others and sends them two by two”, emphasizing the importance of partnership in ministry.
“The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few” (v 2). This highlights the urgency and need for labourers in God’s kingdom.
Jesus instructs them to rely on God’s provision and to bring peace to the households they enter, demonstrating trust and faith in God’s care.
Woe to Unrepentant Cities (Luke 10:13-16)
Jesus pronounces woes on cities that witnessed His miracles yet did not repent, underscoring the seriousness of rejecting the Gospel.
The accountability of those who hear the message of Christ is emphasized, as rejecting the messengers is akin to rejecting Christ Himself.
The Return of the Seventy-Two (Luke 10:17-24)
The disciples return with joy, reporting that even demons submit to them in Jesus’ name, illustrating the authority given to believers.
Jesus rejoices in the Spirit, thanking the Father for revealing truths to the humble and childlike, highlighting the value of humility and dependence on God.
The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37)
A lawyer’s question about inheriting eternal life leads to the parable, which redefines the concept of ‘neighbour’ beyond cultural and ethnic boundaries.
The Samaritan’s compassion and action serve as a model for true neighbourly love, challenging us to show mercy to all, regardless of differences.
Martha and Mary (Luke 10:38-42)
The story of Martha and Mary illustrates the importance of prioritizing time with Jesus over busyness, emphasizing the need for spiritual focus and devotion.
Lessons
Engage in Ministry
Partner with others in sharing the Gospel, recognizing the importance of community and collaboration in ministry efforts.
Practice humility
Approach God with a childlike faith, valuing humility and openness to His teachings.
Show compassion
Actively seek opportunities to demonstrate love and mercy to those in need, following the example of the Good Samaritan.
Prioritize spiritual growth
Balance service with time spent in God’s presence, ensuring that spiritual nourishment is not neglected in the busyness of life.
Prayer
Pray for more workers to be sent into the harvest, God’s guidance in showing compassion and mercy, wisdom to balance service and spiritual growth, humility and openness to God’s revelations in Jesus name AMEN.
Comments On Luke 11
The Lord’s Prayer (Luke 11:1-4)
Jesus provides a model for prayer, emphasizing the importance of honouring God’s name, seeking His kingdom, and relying on Him for daily needs and forgiveness.
Persistence in Prayer (Luke 11:5-13)
Through the parable of the persistent friend, Jesus teaches that we should be bold and persistent in our prayers, trusting that God, as a loving Father, will provide what is best for us.
The Kingdom of God (Luke 11:14-23)
Jesus demonstrates His authority over demons, highlighting the power and presence of God’s kingdom. He warns against division and the necessity of being aligned with Him.
The Sign of Jonah (Luke 11:29-32)
Jesus points to Jonah as a sign, emphasizing the need for repentance and recognizing the greater revelation found in Him.
The Lamp of the Body (Luke 11:33-36)
Jesus teaches about spiritual perception, urging us to ensure that our eyes are healthy so that our whole body is full of light.
Woes to the Pharisees and Experts in the Law (Luke 11:37-54)
Jesus rebukes the religious leaders for their hypocrisy, stressing the importance of inner purity over outward appearances.
Practical Applications
1. Model your prayers
Use the Lord’s Prayer as a guide to structure your own prayers, focusing on God’s holiness, His kingdom, and your daily needs.
2. Be persistent
Don’t give up in prayer. Approach God with confidence, knowing that He hears and answers according to His will.
3. Seek God’s kingdom
Prioritize God’s kingdom in your life, aligning your actions and decisions with His purposes.
4.Cultivate Spiritual discernment
Regularly examine your spiritual eyes to ensure you are perceiving God’s truth and light.
5. Pursue inner purity
Focus on cultivating a heart that is pure and aligned with God’s will, rather than merely maintaining outward religious appearances.
Prayer
I thank God for the gift of prayer, for wisdom and discernment to align my life with God’s kingdom and purposes, for the strength and faith to remain persistent in prayer and seeking God’s help in cultivating a pure heart and mind in Jesus name.
Comments on Luke 12
Theme: Be Anxious For Nothing
Main Verse: Luke 12:31
“But rather seek ye the kingdom of GOD, and its righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”
Supporting Verses:
Philippians 4:6–7
Be careful for nothing…”
Matthew 6:19–20
“Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth… but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven.”
Luke 12 has so many themes, but the one that caught my attention was the one on anxiety and wealth. We consider wealth as a defence. Even the scripture says so, we use that to convince ourselves.
So we work hard to amass wealth so that we could have that assurance of security. Wealth becomes the yardstick to measure one’s success. Our anxiety is largely tied to our perception of this so-called security.
In this chapter, JESUS connects anxiety, possessions, kingdom priority and true wealth. HE warns against anxiety over daily needs — food, clothing, and life’s uncertainties (vv. 22–26). His message? Simple, yet profound: “Don’t chase things, chase GOD’s kingdom”
The precious part is this: when we seek GOD’s kingdom first, we discover that it frees us from the tyranny of anxiety and possessions.
Everyday needs, lose their power to dominate us because we now know that life is more than food and the body more than clothes (v. 23).
Then comes the radical twist: “Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not…” (v. 33).
JESUS reveals a paradox: True wealth is not in storing up but in giving away. Hoarding diminishes, even kills, but by releasing what we cling to, we make room for the kind of treasure only GOD can give — incorruptible, eternal, and satisfying. Giving, multiplies, giving liberates.
So, how does giving lead to true wealth?
– It loosens our hearts from the grip of possessions.
– It turns our earthly resources into heavenly deposits.
– It trains us to trust GOD as our source, not our savings.
– It shifts us from anxious owners to joyful stewards.
In short, the cure for anxiety is not just prayer — it is also generosity. When we open our hands, we experience the unshakable provision that Kingdom of GOD offers.
Lessons
Seeking GOD’s kingdom first rewires our priorities. We discover that anxiety fades, not by holding tighter to what we have but by releasing it and trusting GOD’s abundance. The true wealth of heaven flows to those who dare to give. One thing is sure – GOD takes care of HIS own; no need to be anxious at all.
When we release what is in our hands, GOD releases to us, what is in HIS.
Bottom line? Trust GOD, release anxiety, give generously, and discover the wealth that never dries.
Prayer
– LORD, free my heart from anxiety and the grip of possessions.
– Teach me to seek Your kingdom first, to give freely, and to lay up treasures in heaven.
– Let my life reflect the true security and peace found in Your provision in the mighty name of JESUS, Amen.
Comments On Luke 14.
The chapter summarizes Jesus’ teaching about humility, generosity and the demanding cost of discipleship during a dinner at a Pharisee’s house, emphasizing that following Him requires an all – encompassing commitment prioritizes God above all earthly things, including family and possessions.
Key teachings include parable on choosing humble seats, extending invitations to the poor and outcasts and guests making excuses for not attending a great supper, illustrating that true discipleship involves radical commitment and accepting the gospel invitation.
Some Highlights:
-Healing on the Sabbath day.
-Parable of Humility.
-Parable of Generosity.
-Parable of the Great Supper.
-The Cost of Discipleship.
Lessons:
-Choose a low seat when you are invited to a party. Do not go to the high table except you are directed.
-Be generous! Give to the poor and the needy. Do not despise the downcast and the outcasts. If you can provide a shelter for the outcasts, please do!
Prayer
-Father,help us to always prioritize You above all earthly things in Jesus Christ’s Mighty Name!
-Father, help us to be humble always in Jesus Christ’s Mighty Name we pray! Amen!
Comments On Luke 15
Today, we study the Book of Luke chapter Fifteen, where the Lord Jesus expounded on the parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and the son and THE JOY WHEN THE LOST IS FOUND
Reflections
“Lost, But Found”
Key Scriptures
“Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents”
(Luke 15:10)
Also, Luke 15:32 reads: “It was right that we should make merry and be glad for your brother…. WAS LOST AND IS FOUND”‘
The Heart Beat Of God
The Scriptures declare that the Lord God does not have pleasure “that the wicked should die”
(Ezekiel 18:23)
The parables in Luke 15 corroborated this principle. Hence, heaven rejoices when a sinner repents
The success of the redemption plan is a collective enterprise whereby the Father, the Son, and BELIEVERS play critical roles:
Role Of The Father
The Father gave His only Begotten Son that whosoever believed shall be saved (Jn.3:16).
The Role Of Jesus
Our salvation was paid for by the blood of Jesus!
Jesus Christ has fulfilled His role by leaving the glory in heaven and laying down His life for All (John 15:13)
Indeed, Jesus was “the LAMB, slain from the foundation of the world.” (Rev.13:8)
Role Of Believers
Believers, as beneficiaries of salvation, are mandated to “go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature”
The Scriptures recorded that “the harvest is plentiful but the labourers are few”
Conclusion
WE NEED MORE WORKERS, MORE LABOURERS, AND MORE EVANGELISTS.
Let’s recall the prerequisites for Evangelism:
-CONVERSION (Jn 3:3)
-CONVICTION (Phil 2:12)
-COMMISSION (Mk 16:15)
-COMPASSION (Matt.9:36)
Just like the Father, we must demonstrate our COMPASSION for SOULS- Let’s, therefore, go out & “reach the world in the power of the Holy Spirit”
Prayer
(Ezekiel 36:26)
Father, we pray that you give us a heart of flesh and compassion for the lost.
We desire REJOICING in heaven.
Hallelujah!
Amen.
