In His teaching on greed, Jesus urged His listeners to put God’s Kingdom first. Luke 12: 29 And don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things. 30 These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers all over the world, but your Father already knows your needs. 31 Seek the Kingdom of …
Jesus warned His disciples to conquer futile worry. He had just told the Parable of the Rich Fool to illustrate that everyone needs to get their priorities straight in life. Then Jesus went on to expand the teaching. Luke 12 25 Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? 26 And if worry can’t …
Overcoming anxiety through faith is at the heart of Jesus’ teaching, as seen in His warning about the dangers of greed. Luke 12:22 Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. [1] Jesus understood …
Jesus connects His resurrection and the Kingdom. Acts 1: 3 During the forty days after he suffered and died, he appeared to the apostles from time to time, and he proved to them in many ways that he was actually alive. And he talked to them about the Kingdom of God. [1] Jesus’ resurrection is foundational …
The disciples rejoiced because evil spirits obeyed them when they used Jesus’ name, but Jesus told them to focus on heavenly hope. Luke 10: 20 But don’t rejoice because evil spirits obey you; rejoice because your names are registered in heaven.” [1] Evidently, some of the healings the disciples did were exorcisms. They had delegated authority …